Mango Avocado Salsa
If you love sweet and savory flavors, this Mango Avocado Salsa recipe is made for you! It’s an explosion of bright, fresh flavor and it’s made with just 6 ingredients. Serve as a dip or topping for tacos, burrito bowls and grilled meat or fish!
Salsa is one of my all time favorite dips. My pico de gallo and tomatillo salsa are jam-packed with fresh ingredients, zesty flavors and they’re healthy to boot.
I’m a huge fan of sweet and savory flavors, which is where this Mango Avocado Salsa comes in. Like my pineapple salsa, it’s complete with sweet fruit, crunchy veggies, and just enough spiciness from some jalapeño.
The avocado is what truly sets this mango salsa apart. It adds a creamy component that makes it even more satisfying (similar to my homemade guacamole!), and the flavors pair so well together.
It’s extremely versatile and works as a crowd-pleasing dip, or as a topping for tacos, burrito bowls, grilled meats and fish.
This salsa does it all. 🙂
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Why you’ll love this recipe
- It’s bursting with sweet and savory flavor with a bit of spiciness from jalapeño.
- This is an easy recipe that is better than any store bought salsa!
- This avocado and mango salsa recipe includes 6 simple ingredients and comes together in about 10 minutes.
- It’s a healthy dip or condiment for tacos, burrito bowls and grilled chicken and fish!
Recipe ingredients
- Mango. Choose ripe mango that is soft yet firm to the touch for sweet, juicy fruit that holds its shape. I recommend using fresh mango as opposed to frozen mango as fresh has so much more flavor.
- Avocado. Choose avocado that are soft yet firm. Avoid overly soft avocado that will more than likely be discolored.
- Red bell pepper. Adds crunch and flavor. Sub with chopped tomato if desired.
- Red onion. If you prefer a more mild onion flavor, sub the red onion with (2) green onions.
- Jalapeño. The amount of spiciness varies in jalapeño peppers, so once you chop your pepper, taste a bit to see how spicy it is. If you’re spice intolerant, be sure to remove the seeds and white pith. If you like a lot of heat, add the seeds or use a spicier chili pepper.
- Cilantro. Adds freshness and flavor. If you’re not a fan of cilantro, sub with Italian flat leaf parsley or your favorite fresh herbs.
- Lime juice. Be sure to use fresh lime juice as bottled lime juice simply doesn’t compare.
How to make this avocado mango salsa
This avocado mango salsa recipe couldn’t be easier! It comes together in about 10 minutes with only 6 ingredients.
Pro tip: Be sure to let the salsa stand at room temperature for a minimum of 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
See the recipe card below for full instructions.
- Cut the mango lengthwise alongside the pit, then place it cut side up on a cutting board. Cut diagonal lines in opposite directions in the mango flesh, being careful not to go all the way through the bottom.
- Run a large spoon around the outer edge of the mango and along the bottom to remove the peel from the mango chunks. Place the diced mango in a medium bowl.
- Add the diced avocado, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño and cilantro into the bowl with the mango.
- Add the lime juice, salt and pepper to taste, and stir very gently to combine. Let the salsa stand at room temperature for around 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serving suggestions
There’s no wrong answer for this mango and avocado salsa! It’s extremely versatile and works well as a dip or condiment.
- Serve as a dip with your favorite chips.
- It makes a great condiment for fish tacos and chicken burrito bowls.
- Use it as a topping for grilled tequila lime chicken and blackened salmon!
Recipe notes
- Pro tip: Be sure to let the salsa stand at room temperature for a minimum of 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve avocado mango salsa as a dip with chips, or it makes a great condiment for tacos, grilled
- Use fresh peeled, precut mango slices if pressed for time.
- Mango avocado salsa is best enjoyed the day that it’s made.
More salsa recipes you’ll love
- Cucumber salsa by Lemon Tree Dwelling
- Restaurant style salsa
- Shrimp ceviche
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Mango Avocado Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 large mango
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 small red bell pepper stemmed, seeded, and chopped
- 1/2 small red onion chopped
- 1 small jalapeño seeds removed and chopped finely
- 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro
- 2 limes juiced
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Cut the mango lengthwise alongside the pit, then place it cut side up on a cutting board. Cut diagonal lines in opposite directions in the mango flesh, being careful not to go all the way through the bottom.1 large mango
- Run a large spoon around the outer edge of the mango and along the bottom to remove the peel from the mango chunks. Place the diced mango in a medium bowl.
- Add the diced avocado, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño and cilantro into the bowl with the mango. Add the lime juice, salt and pepper to taste, and stir very gently to combine.1 avocado, 1 small red bell pepper, 1/2 small red onion, 1 small jalapeño, 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro, 2 limes, 1/2 tsp salt
- Let the salsa stand at room temperature fora minimum of 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Enjoy!
Notes
- Pro tip: Be sure to let the salsa stand at room temperature for a minimum of 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve avocado mango salsa as a dip with chips, or it makes a great condiment for tacos, grilled meats and fish.
- Use fresh peeled, precut mango slices if pressed for time.
- Mango avocado salsa is best enjoyed the day that it’s made.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
**This recipe was originally published in April 2013. The photos have been updated and the text includes more detailed information pertaining to this recipe.
14 Comments on “Mango Avocado Salsa”
I need to add mango to my grocery list so I can make this to go with our Cinco de Mayo meal I’ll be preparing next week! And thanks for the tips on cutting a mango!
Mangos are plentiful here which is so nice — we’re having this with our meal tomorrow!
I love the look of this! I have been craving Mexican food lately, and this would go so well with some of the dishes I have planned. Yum!
I’m definitely making this to go with our tacos tomorrow night! Thanks Alexandra!
Fresh mango is one of our favorite things! I’d love to try it all chopped up in this salsa. It sounds amazing!
Mango is one of the best things on the planet right?
I love mangoes – they’re one of my very very favorite fruits! And I love salsa. Win win! Although I would eat all of this in no time flat lol
I chowed half of this in one sitting! Wasn’t pretty. lol
Mmm this salsa looks so good. We always make our own salsa at home. It’s so easy! And tastes much better than any store bought kind. I need to add mango next time. It’s my favorite fruit!
If mango is your favorite, then you really need to try this! There’s definitely nothing like fresh salsa. 🙂
I’m with you, my salsa has to be spicy!! I adore mango salsa! The colors are so fresh and vibrant!
I have to make two batches…one with jalapeno and one without!
I love mango salsa! I’ve never tried making my own (in part because it’s so hard to cut up a mango!) but I definitely promise to not eat salsa out of a jar this cinco de mayo!
Mangos are a bit of pain to cut, and are a juicy mess, but SO worth it! Thank heavens for the pre-sliced stuff!