Fiery Mango and Jalapeño Salsa for Grilled Fish

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

A hot and sweet salsa combining ripe mangoes and fresh jalapeños that adds a bright, zesty kick to any grilled fish or seafood. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs ripe mango, jalapeño pepper, red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 80 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 large, diced into 1/2-inch cubes ripe mango
• 1, finely minced, seeds removed for less heat jalapeño pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 large diced mango, 1 finely minced jalapeño pepper (with seeds removed), and 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion. Mix gently to combine.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the salsa looks glossy.
3. Step 3: Let the salsa rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld before serving atop grilled fish or seafood.