Fiery Mango and Jalapeño Salsa for Grilled Fish

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed 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 ready in about 10 minutes blends finely chopped red onion, fresh squeezed lime juice, chopped fresh cilantro into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 80 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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

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.