Mango Habanero Salsa
Bright, spicy-sweet salsa with charred habanero heat and fresh lime. Pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, sweet potatoes, and zucchini.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 48
- Protein
- 1g
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe mangoes
- 1 whole habanero peppers
- ¼ medium red onion
- ¼ cup, packed fresh cilantro
- 1 whole lime
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Char the habanero over an open flame or under the broiler, turning with tongs, until blackened all over, ~2 minutes.
- 2
Let the habanero cool, then remove the stem and most of the seeds (leave some for heat). Dice finely into a bowl.
- 3
Peel and pit the mangoes. Cut the flesh into small 1/4-inch dice and add to the bowl.
- 4
Mince the red onion finely and add to the bowl along with the cilantro.
- 5
Squeeze the lime juice over everything. Add salt and pepper, then fold gently to combine.
- 6
Taste and adjust lime, salt, or habanero heat. Serve alongside grilled chicken, sweet potatoes, and zucchini.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- tongs
- stovetop or broiler
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