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Tropical Salsa Recipe

A refreshing tropical salsa with mango, pineapple, and zesty lime that transforms ordinary dinners into something special.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 45
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 ripe mangoes, diced
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 red onion, minced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Making the Tropical Salsa
  1. Dice mangoes and pineapple into small, uniform pieces about 1/4-inch in size. Pat the diced fruit gently with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Finely chop the red bell pepper and red onion. Remove seeds and white membrane from jalapeño before mincing to control heat level.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the diced ingredients and add the fresh cilantro.
  4. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and add lime zest. Season with salt and pepper, then gently fold everything together.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Let sit for at least one hour before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Perfect for meal prep - tastes better after sitting for an hour. Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Doesn't freeze well due to high water content. Pat fruit dry before mixing to prevent watery salsa. Use uniform 1/4-inch dice for best texture. Budget-friendly substitutions: frozen mango (thawed and drained) or canned pineapple in juice work well.