Turmeric Free Mango Salsa
Sweet, juicy mango meets crisp cucumber and bright lime in a fresh salsa that feels like summer in a bowl. The combination of red onion, cilantro, and freshly grated ginger gives it a lively kick without leaning on any warming spices — making it a perfect fit for anyone navigating a turmeric sensitivity. So many store-bought salsas and spice blends sneak in anti-inflammatory powders or curry-adjacent seasonings, but every ingredient here is clean and straightforward. A short rest at room temperature lets the lime juice and ginger meld together beautifully, so the flavors deepen without any extra effort. Serve it alongside grilled fish or chicken, spoon it over tacos, or just scoop it up with tortilla chips — it genuinely works with almost everything. The optional mint is a lovely touch that adds a cool, herbal note if you want to take it one step further.
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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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