Description
Mexican-inspired tropical avocado salsa brings zesty freshness to any meal, combining ripe avocados with sweet mango, tangy lime, and spicy jalapeño. Summer gatherings will sparkle with this colorful, quick-prep side dish that delivers bold flavors in every refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 cup (150 grams) strawberries, diced
- 1 cup (170 grams) mango, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) red onion, finely diced
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2–3 tablespoons (10–15 grams) cilantro, diced
- ¼ teaspoon (1.5 grams) salt, plus more to taste
- Juice of 1 small lime
Serving Suggestion:
- Multigrain pita chips for dipping
Instructions
- Meticulously dice ripe strawberries, golden mangoes, creamy avocados, and spicy jalapeños into uniform, small cubes approximately 1/4 inch (0.6 centimeters) in size.
- Finely mince the red onion and fresh cilantro leaves, ensuring the pieces are small and evenly chopped to distribute flavor consistently.
- Transfer the diced fruits, vegetables, and herbs into a medium-sized mixing bowl, creating a vibrant, colorful medley.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice directly over the mixture, using approximately to enhance the bright, citrusy notes.
- Sprinkle kosher salt sparingly, starting with , and gently fold all ingredients together using a soft spatula to prevent crushing the delicate produce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lime juice or salt if needed to balance the flavors.
- Allow the salsa to rest for 5-10 minutes, enabling the ingredients to marinate and develop a harmonious taste profile.
- Before serving, garnish with additional fresh cilantro leaves for a pop of green and aromatic finish.
- Accompany the salsa with multigrain pita chips, or serve as a zesty topping for grilled salmon, inside fish tacos, or over succulent cooked shrimp.
Notes
- Burst with vibrant tropical flavors that dance on your palate, blending sweet strawberries, juicy mangoes, and creamy avocado.
- Chop ingredients uniformly to ensure each bite delivers a perfect balance of textures and tastes.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice to brighten the salsa and prevent avocado from browning quickly.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity based on your spice tolerance for a personalized heat level.
- Versatile topping that elevates grilled seafood, tacos, and makes an impressive party appetizer.
- Refrigerate for 15-30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and intensify.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 124 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 123 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg