Spiced Amarillo Mango Salsa with Cilantro and Lime

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

A vibrant mango salsa with Amarillo-inspired spicy notes, fresh cilantro, and lime — perfect for chips or as a topping. This mexican-inspired snacks ready in about 10 minutes blends finely diced red bell pepper, finely diced red onion, chopped fresh cilantro leaves 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 90 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, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes ripe mango
• 1/2, finely diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño pepper
• 1/3 cup, chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 large diced ripe mango, 1/2 finely diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 1 small minced jalapeño pepper with seeds removed for mild heat.
2. Step 2: Add 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Stir gently to combine.
3. Step 3: Sprinkle 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper over the mixture. Toss again until the spices are evenly distributed and the salsa is vibrant.
4. Step 4: Let the salsa rest for 15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld before serving with chips or grilled meats.