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Easy Mango Salsa Recipe

This Mango Salsa hits your taste buds in all the right ways—it’s sweet, savory, tangy, and so fresh. It has just five ingredients, so it comes together fast. This Mango Salsa recipe is perfect as an appetizer with tortilla chips or as a topping for savory dishes like salmon or chicken.

If you love mangos and avocados as much as we do, you’ll make this salsa on repeat in summer.

Mango salsa in a bowl served with a tortilla chip

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Why We Love This Mango Salsa

I asked my husband what we should say about this Mango Salsa and the first words that came out of his mouth were, “I don’t think we’ve ever had leftovers!” I think that says a lot about this recipe. It tastes like a mango Guacamole and we can’t get enough.

As much as I love tomato-based Pico de Gallo and Homemade Salsa, this is a nice break from the acidity of tomatoes. We also love variety in our homemade salsa rotation. This Mango Salsa is my husband’s specialty and every time he tells me that he’s making it, it makes my night. Sometimes we skip dinner altogether and just share a big batch of this salsa with crunchy tortilla chips.

There’s something irresistible about sweet juicy mangos in salsa. The tropical mango flavor reminds me of Hawaii and who doesn’t want to feel like they are on vacation while eating salsa?

Up close texture of mango salsa with avocados, red onion and cilantro

Only 5 Ingredients

Fresh Mango Salsa has just 5 ingredients and takes 10 minutes to prepare. It’s also very easy to scale up if you want a bigger batch. We almost always double it!

  • Mango: for the perfect ripe mango, look for one that is plump and round, slightly soft but not mushy
  • Avocado: Adds a delicious creaminess to the salsa
  • Red Onion: diced red onions provide mild flavor and add color to this fresh salsa
  • Cilantro: our go-to fresh herb for salsa
  • Lime Juice: freshly squeezed from the lime is best, if needed substitute fresh lemon juice
Ingredients for homemade mango salsa with avocado, onion, like, cilantro, salt and pepper

Variations

Mango Salsa is versatile and you can change it up for a different flavor profile.

  • Red Bell Pepper – add 1/2 seeded and diced bell pepper for a bit of crunch and sweetness
  • Pineapple – add a cup of diced fresh pineapple for a tropical twist
  • Shrimp – you can add protein and turn it into a Mango Shrimp Salsa.
  • Beans – you can add rinsed cooked black beans for protein and to make it a heartier salsa
  • Spicy Peppers – If you prefer to add some heat, toss in some finely chopped fresh or canned jalapeños. We love spicy salsas, so I often sneak in hot peppers and have even been known to add super spicy serrano peppers.

How to Make Mango Salsa

  • In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, avocado, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.
  • Squeeze fresh lime juice (we love this citrus juicer) over the top of diced ingredients and add salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine then serve.
Mango salsa ingredients chopped up and arranged in a mixing bowl

Serve Mango Salsa With

No matter how you choose to serve this truly scrumptious salsa, you are sure to have a crowd-pleasing dish that is gone in minutes! I love to serve it as:

Storing Mango Salsa

To Refrigerate: Place a sheet of plastic wrap directly over the surface of the mango salsa and refrigerate. Keeping the air out will help prevent the avocado from browning and discoloring. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days.

Mango avocado salsa in a bowl with a serving spoon

When mangos are in season, this Mango Salsa is on our regular rotation, and it always disappears fast. What is your favorite summer salsa? Let me know in the comments below.

More Homemade Salsa Recipes

Salsas and dips are a big deal at our house and we definitely have our family favorites. If you love this Mango Avocado Salsa, you have to try these salsa recipes:

Mango Salsa Recipe

4.97 from 30 votes
Author: Natasha Kravchuk
Mango salsa in a white bowl with serving spoon
This easy 5 ingredient mango salsa with avocado only takes 5 minutes to make and hits your taste buds in all the right spots; sweet, savory, tangy and fresh. This recipe makes 2 1/2 cups of salsa.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 5 people
  • 1 mango, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 red onion (medium), finely chopped
  • 1/2 small bunch cilantro, (about 1/2 cup chopped)
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice, (from 1 medium lime)

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, avocado, finely chopped red onion and chopped cilantro.
  • Squeeze 2 Tbsp of fresh lime juice over the top or add lime juice to taste. Toss gently to combine and serve.

Notes

*For a spicy mango salsa: add 1 jalapeno pepper. Scrape out and discard the seeds then finely chop the jalapeno. 

Nutrition Per Serving

108kcal Calories14g Carbs2g Protein6g Fat1g Saturated Fat5mg Sodium329mg Potassium4g Fiber8g Sugar520IU Vitamin A24mg Vitamin C19mg Calcium1mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Mango Salsa Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
108
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
5
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
329
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
14
g
5
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
8
g
9
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
520
IU
10
%
Vitamin C
 
24
mg
29
%
Calcium
 
19
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: mango salsa
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $
Calories: 108
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  • Debby
    July 24, 2024

    I made this for our group nite where I live doubled recipe the parsley worked well as u stated the whole bowl was devoured everyone absolutely loved this recipe. Thank you and will be making often!! So good!

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  • Debby
    July 14, 2024

    Thank you going to try this. It looks amazing. Like the savory sweet thing!

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  • Debby
    July 8, 2024

    What can I replace cilantro with I do not like it?

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    • NatashasKitchen.com
      July 9, 2024

      Parsley would be the next best substitute.

      Reply

  • Natty
    June 22, 2024

    I’ve not actually made this yet and wondered if you could make a day in advance? Or would the avocado go brown? Thanks!

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    • NatashasKitchen.com
      June 22, 2024

      Hi Natty! Yes, you can. The lime juice helps to slow down the browning but it’s best on the day of.

      Reply

  • jess
    June 11, 2024

    Wow, this salsa was everything that I wanted it to be and more! thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe

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  • Mel
    June 11, 2024

    This mango salsa is UNREAL! Cannot wait to make this over and over. It was so delicious!

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    • NatashasKitchen.com
      June 11, 2024

      So glad you loved it, Mel! Thank you for the feedback.

      Reply

  • cathy
    June 11, 2024

    This Mango Salsa recipe was a hit! It really did hit all the right notes with its sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Plus, it was incredibly easy to whip up with just five ingredients. I served it as an appetizer with tortilla chips, and it disappeared in no time. I can’t wait to try it as a topping for salmon or chicken next time. Thanks for sharing such a fantastic recipe!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      June 11, 2024

      You’re so very welcome, Cathy! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. It will be fantastic with chicken or salmon!

      Reply

  • Tanya
    August 13, 2022

    Dear Natasha,
    Thank you fir this wonderful summer recipe! It’s easy to make and this is a gem for all salsa’s lovers.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      August 13, 2022

      So glad you enjoy this recipe, Tanya! 🙂

      Reply

  • Ruth
    August 7, 2021

    Dear Natasha, I made 3 recipes of yours today. This mango avocado salsa, the peach salsa and the berry crumble cake. All delicious, thank you so much for sharing these recipes.

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      August 8, 2021

      Yay, that is fantastic! I’m happy to hear that you’re enjoying my recipes. Ruth.

      Reply

  • Marcia Cervelli
    July 6, 2021

    Natasha, love all your recipes. Want to try this one but do not like cilantro. Any substitution you could suggrpest?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 6, 2021

      Hi Marcia, There are many herbs you can use in place of cilantro, but the best substitutes for cilantro in salsa are parsley, mint, basil, chives, green onions, dill, or even carrot greens.

      Reply

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