Back home in Cameroon, our mangoes are decadently sweet. I’ve yet to try one in the U.S. that can compete, but I still love mangoes. They remind me of my childhood years back home. 🥰 Lucky me, my local farmers market has some of the best mangoes in town. Whenever they’re in season, you can find me at the market, buying them in bulk. 😆 Mango salsa for fish tacos delivers mindblowing flavor. Add some vinaigrette, and you’ve got a fruity salad dressing that almost tastes like dessert. Mango salsa also pairs well with grilled meats—especially pork. Honestly, there’s so much you can do with this recipe!
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Mango Salsa
Combine – In a serving bowl, combine the diced mango, diced onion, minced garlic, diced jalapeno pepper, olive oil, and vinegar. Season – Drizzle everything with the lime juice and mix well. Adjust the salt and fresh black pepper to taste. Marinate – For best results, let this salsa marinate for 30 minutes or more so the flavors can get together. Serve – Sprinkle with cilantro before serving. Enjoy!
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
Feel free to make this salsa a few hours ahead of time. I don’t recommend assembling it the day before as the veggies tend to lose their crunch, and the cilantro tends to wilt. This recipe is one that looks and tastes best fresh.
Serving and Storage Instructions
If you have leftover mango salsa, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. Just note that it will taste best fresh.
What Goes With Mango Salsa
I love this salsa whenever I’m grilling. Try it with grilled tilapia filets and grilled jerk chicken tacos, too! For a stand-alone salsa, you can offer guests homemade tortilla chips or pita chips. With the spicy jalapenos packing a punch, you might want to also offer something refreshing to drink. Mango lemonade is a fabulous option, especially if you have surplus mangoes.
More Tropical Salsas and Salads to Try
This blog post was originally published in May 2018 and has been updated with additional tips and new photos.