Paraben Free Mango Salsa
Sweet, juicy mango meets crisp cucumber, bright lime, and a hint of fresh ginger in a salsa that feels like summer in a bowl. Every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food — no preservatives, no synthetic additives, just produce and a pinch of sea salt. That matters more than it might seem, because parabens and similar compounds can sneak into packaged condiments and jarred salsas under ingredient names that are easy to overlook. Making it from scratch means you know exactly what's going in, and with this recipe that's genuinely easy to do. A quick rest on the counter lets the flavors meld beautifully before you serve it, and the optional fresh mint adds a cool, unexpected finish that takes it to another level. Spoon it over grilled fish, pile it onto tacos, or just scoop it up with tortilla chips — it's versatile enough to become a regular in your rotation.
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6 servings
- 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled and diced into ¼-inch pieces
- ½ medium english cucumber, diced into ¼-inch pieces
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the diced mango, cucumber, and red onion in a medium mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the cilantro, lime juice, grated ginger, and sea salt. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
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