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    Make It Skinny Please » Recipes » Appetizers » Mango Pico de Gallo (Fresh Mango Salsa)

    Published: Feb 18, 2022 · Modified: Oct 5, 2022 by Toni Dash · 9 Comments

    Mango Pico de Gallo (Fresh Mango Salsa)

    Weight Watchers Points0
    Calories: 31kcal
    Carbs: 8g
    Protein: 1g
    Fats: 1g
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    Mango Pico de Gallo takes traditional salsa up a notch. Full of sweet, savory and spicy flavors, this salsa fresca will be a favorite appetizer with tortilla chips or as a relish on cooked and grilled meats.

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    This easy pico de gallo recipe combines fresh tomatoes, juicy mangos, raw onions, jalapeno peppers, fresh cilantro and more into a fresh chunky salsa you'll love. It's a colorful Mexican salsa to serve where you'd serve traditional pico de gallo recipe (especially in Mexican recipes).

    Add it to our Taco Lettuce Wraps, slow cooker Barbacoa tacos or with Mexican Chicken Adobo and some Mexican Cauliflower Rice.

    It's a perfect choice when serving a vegetable tray or along with our skinny Charcuterie Board. The possibilities are endlessly delicious.

    Jump to:
    • What is pico de gallo?
    • What makes this skinny?
    • Recipe Ingredient Notes
    • Tips for handling chile peppers
    • How to make Mango Pico de Gallo
    • Variations
    • How to Store
    • Frequently Asked Questions
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    What is pico de gallo?

    Translated to from Spanish 'rooster's beak', pico de gallo (also known as salsa fresca, salsa bandera or salsa cruda) is a salsa made with fresh ingredients chopped and combined for a chunky texture. Traditional ingredients include tomatoes, onion, jalapeno or serrano chilies, lime, salt and cilantro.


    The main difference between traditional pico de gallo recipes and salsa is that salsa tends to be more liquified rather than having chopped ingredients. Both are used interchangeably in Mexican cuisine.

    What makes this skinny?

    Pico de gallo is all vegetables making it a low calorie healthy dip or relish. Adding fresh mango makes it both colorful and even more delicious adding a sweet note to the spicy flavor while keeping the calories low.


    Thought the mango pico de gallo recipe is low calorie, the calories can add up depending on what you eat it with. If having it as an appetizer try it with some jicama slices or even celery along with tortilla chips.

    Recipe Ingredient Notes

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    Roma tomatoes. This type of tomato (also called plum tomatoes) has less water and more tomato flavor. You'll remove the seeds and inside membrane then chop it.

    Fresh mangoes. Using a ripe mango is key! Unripened mango is not very sweet and won't give this salsa the wonderful sweet mango flavor to contrast the savory and spicy flavors.

    As a shortcut you can use fresh mango chunks available in the prepared food section of the grocery store (it will save peeling and pitting the mango). Just make sure it's truly ripe.

    Red onion. This type of onion has the right onion flavor and makes the pico de gallo colorful too.

    Jalapeno pepper. We use just one jalapeno. The seeds and stem are removed and the pepper should be diced into small pieces.

    chip scooping mango pico de gallo

    Tips for handling chile peppers

    If you have not prepared chile peppers before there are a few tips to know.

    • Don't touch your eyes or nose after handling. The substance that gives the chilies their heat will get onto your fingers and can transfer to your mucous membranes. Be sure to wash hands thoroughly after handling to avoid this.
    • An easy way to remove the inner membrane: slice off the top stem with a paring knife then slice the pepper open vertically. Use a small dining spoon and slide between the inner seed portion and membrane and the outer wall of the pepper (keeping the curved side of the spoon facing the pepper not the seeds). This allows the seeds to be removed with minimal handling.
    • Jalapeno Peppers can vary a lot in heat. Some are very spicy and others quite mild.

    removing jalapeno pepper seeds
    An easy method for removing the seeds and membrane from jalapeno chile peppers.

    How to make Mango Pico de Gallo

    It's very easy to make fresh salsa. The majority of the work is in the ingredient preparation.

    mango pico de gallo prepared ingredients


    Combine the mango, tomato, onion, jalapeno and cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
    Drizzle the fresh lime juice over the salsa and toss to combine.

    mango pico de gallo prepared ingredients


    The mango pico de gallo can be eaten immediately but tastes even better when allowed to sit in the refrigerator for a few hours up to overnight for the flavors to blend together. It's even better the next day!

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    Variations

    Want more heat? Swap in a serrano peppers for the jalapeno. Serrano chiles will bump up the heat.

    Habanero peppers can also be used to make mango habanero salsa but they are not for the faint of heart. These are one of the hottest chile peppers available and should only be added if you are experienced with extra-spicy salsa.

    Add some avocado. The creamy consistency and mild flavor of avocado add another texture and flavor dimension to this delicious recipe.

    How to Store

    Store the prepared mango salsa recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. The fresh pico de gallo will continue to develop flavor as it is stored.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    I can't eat any spicy food. What can I substitute for the chile peppers?

    I would substitute some chopped green bell peppers or red peppers (or yellow or orange bell peppers). They will add color and flavor but no spiciness.

    Can I make mango pico de gallo ahead of time?

    Yes! In fact we recommend it. It will have more flavor if it is allowed to sit, even overnight, before serving.

    Can I freeze this mango salsa?

    We don't recommend it. The texture may become mushy after it's thawed.

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    Recipe

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    Mango Pico de Gallo

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    Traditional pico de gallo is taken up a notch with the addition of sweet fresh mango. It's a perfect salsa for dipping with chips or using as a salsa on cooked or grilled meat, poultry or fish.
    5 from 34 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 7 ½ cup servings (total yield: 3 ¾ cups)
    Calories: 31kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • 3 large roma tomatoes core and seeds removed, chopped (1 ½ cups chopped)
    • 1 ½ cups chopped ripe mango
    • ½ cup diced red onion
    • 1 jalapeno pepper stem and seeds removed, diced
    • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • Juice of 1 lime

    Instructions

    • Combine the ingredients in a large mixing bowl: chopped tomatoes, mango, onion, jalapeno pepper and cilantro.
    • Squeeze the fresh lime juice on top. Toss to fully combine. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
    • For best results allow to sit at least 20 minutes before eating; if not a few hours or overnight. The flavors will blend as the pico de gallo sits.

    Notes

    Be sure to use fully ripe sweet mangoes for the best results!
    Tips for handling chile peppers
    If you have not prepared chile peppers before there are a few tips to know.
    • Don't touch your eyes or nose after handling. The substance that gives the chilies their heat will get onto your fingers and can transfer to your mucous membranes. Be sure to wash hands thoroughly after handling to avoid this.
    • An easy way to remove the inner membrane: slice off the top stem with a paring knife then slice the pepper open vertically. Use a small dining spoon and slide between the inner seed portion and membrane and the outer wall of the pepper (keeping the curved side of the spoon facing the pepper not the seeds). This allows the seeds to be removed with minimal handling.
    • Jalapeno Peppers can vary a lot in heat. Some are very spicy and others quite mild.
    How to Store
    n airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. The fresh pico de gallo will continue to develop flavor as it is stored.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 677IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
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    TONI DASH
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    1. wilhelmina says

      February 21, 2022 at 2:41 pm

      5 stars
      This was amazing! The seasoning was perfect and the fish cooked to perfection in the air fryer. We give it all the stars!

      Reply
    2. wilhelmina says

      February 21, 2022 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      This salsa is SO GOOD! We used to live near a grocery store that made fresh mango salsa that I coulndn't get enough of. I have missed it for so long! I think this was even better. Delicious! I am just thrilled to have this recipe!

      Reply
    3. Soniya says

      February 18, 2022 at 4:27 pm

      Looks so delicious and full of bright bold flavors of mango!

      Reply
    4. Gina Ceraso says

      February 18, 2022 at 12:57 pm

      5 stars
      Well this didn't last very long! Now I know I need to make a double batch next time!

      Reply
    5. Lindsay says

      February 18, 2022 at 11:26 am

      5 stars
      The perfect salsa for dipping! Love the ingredient list, so simple yet everything works together so well!

      Reply
    6. MJ says

      February 18, 2022 at 9:00 am

      5 stars
      Such an easy and delicious way to use up some mango we had. Everybody loved it!

      Reply
    7. Claudia Lamascolo says

      February 18, 2022 at 8:27 am

      5 stars
      Great idea especially since we are huge salmon lovers, I am pretty sure this will be a loved topping!

      Reply
    8. Beth says

      February 18, 2022 at 7:33 am

      5 stars
      I absolutely love pico de gallo, and this is an exceptionally great recipe. It just looks so appetizing, and I love the sweet and tart combo.

      Reply
    9. Dana Sandonato says

      February 18, 2022 at 7:13 am

      5 stars
      Love this! Especially with shrimp tacos. It's so crisp and refreshing, and we love the sweet with a bit of heat 🙂

      Reply

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