This fresh and vibrant Avocado Mango Salsa balances sweet mango with creamy avocado, bright lime, and fresh cilantro for a lively, colorful accompaniment. It works beautifully as an appetizer with chips, or as a topping for fish, grilled chicken, tacos, or salmon. Ready in minutes and easily customizable, this salsa is perfect for entertaining or a quick weeknight boost of flavor.
Avocado Mango Salsa
If you enjoy guacamole, you’ll likely appreciate this salsa as a lighter, chunkier alternative. It combines ripe mango and avocado with tomato, garlic, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, a splash of olive oil and seasoning. The result is a sweet-savory salsa with a tangy lime finish that brightens many dishes. Make it as a quick dip for chips, or spoon it over grilled meats and seafood for an instant flavor upgrade.
How To Make Avocado Mango Salsa
This salsa is straightforward and fast to prepare. Choose ripe, fragrant mangoes and firm-yet-creamy Hass avocado for the best texture. Dice the mango, tomato, avocado and onion into similar-size pieces so every bite has a balanced mix of flavors. Mince the garlic finely and seed and dice the jalapeño if you prefer milder heat—leave some seeds in if you want more spice. Toss everything gently with fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, olive oil, salt and pepper.
For the best color and texture, add the avocado last and fold it in just before serving. If you make the salsa ahead of time, store the mango and other vegetables together in the refrigerator and add the avocado right before serving to avoid excessive browning.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 5 ounces diced avocado (about 1 medium Hass avocado)
- 1 plum tomato, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced (or leave seeds for more heat)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all produce: peel and dice the mango, dice the tomato, chop the red onion and cilantro, mince the garlic, and dice the jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat).
- Place the mango, tomato, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, red onion, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Gently toss to combine.
- Fold in the diced avocado just before serving to preserve its color and texture.
- For best flavor, refrigerate the salsa for 30 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld, then give it a final stir and taste, adjusting salt, pepper or lime as needed.
Variations
- If you don’t like cilantro, remove it and add a little extra red onion or chopped parsley for freshness.
- Omit the tomato for a simpler avocado-mango mix.
- Swap jalapeño for serrano peppers to increase the heat level.
- Add a small squeeze of orange or grapefruit juice for a different citrus accent.
- Mince a bit of fresh ginger for a subtle warm note that pairs well with mango.
Ways to Serve Avocado Mango Salsa
This salsa is versatile—here are a few serving ideas:
- As a dip with tortilla chips or crisp vegetable sticks.
- As a topping for fish tacos or grilled fish fillets.
- Spoon over blackened or grilled chicken for a fresh contrast.
- Use as a bright, fresh garnish for air-fried or roasted salmon.
- Toss with grain bowls, such as rice or quinoa, to add texture and flavor.
Recipe Details
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 0 minutes
- Total time: 5 minutes (plus 30 minutes to chill, optional)
- Yield: 5 servings
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
Nutrition (per 1/2 cup)
Calories: 96 kcal • Carbohydrates: 11.5 g • Protein: 1.5 g • Fat: 6 g • Fiber: 3 g • Sugar: 7 g • Sodium: approximately 6.5 mg • Saturated fat: 1 g
Storage and Tips
- Store leftover salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24–48 hours. Add avocado just before serving if you plan to keep it longer.
- To minimize avocado browning, press plastic wrap directly on the surface of the salsa or squeeze in a bit more lime juice before sealing.
- Taste and adjust seasoning after chilling—citrus and salt can mellow in the fridge, so a quick re-seasoning can brighten the flavors.
More Salsa Ideas
If you like this avocado mango salsa, you might also enjoy other fresh salsas such as classic pico de gallo, a corn and lime salsa, shrimp salsa, or a no-cook restaurant-style tomato salsa. All offer different textures and flavor profiles that pair well with chips, tacos and grilled proteins.
If you try this recipe, consider leaving a comment to share how you served it or what variations you liked best. Enjoy!