Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe is a fresh salsa recipe that combines juicy mango, roma tomatoes, and lime juice for bright flavor, no-cook simplicity, and quick taco topping convenience. This salsa fresca recipe pairs well with seafood, grilled meats, or tortilla chips.
If you like this recipe, you may also love our Shrimp Ceviche, Pineapple Habanero Salsa, or our Fire-Roasted Salsa.
Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe at a Glance 🔎
- 🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 🧊 Optional Rest: 5 minutes
- 👥 Servings: 6-8
- 🔥 Cook Method: No Cook
- 🍽️ Cuisine (or General Category): Mexican-Inspired Salsa
- 👩🍳 Pair With: Shrimp tacos, grilled chicken, tortilla chips
- ⭐ Difficulty Level: Easy
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When entertaining, we love spooning mango pico into mini cups for appetizers so guests can enjoy it with tortilla chips. ~Jami
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Why We Love This Recipe
- Sweet and Spicy Balance: Ripe mango brings natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with jalapeño heat and fresh lime. We love it in this Mango Slaw Recipe, too!
- No Cooking Required: Everything is chopped and mixed in one bowl, making it perfect for quick meals or last-minute gatherings. Just like this Cowboy Caviar!
- Fresh, Colorful Presentation: The bright yellow mango and red tomatoes make this salsa visually stunning on tacos or party platters.
- Versatile Topping: It works equally well with seafood tacos, grilled chicken, tortilla chips, or rice bowls.
Key Ingredients
Here's everything you'll need to make this easy mango pico de gallo recipe.
- Roma Tomatoes: Firm tomatoes help keep the salsa chunky and fresh instead of watery.
- Fresh Mango: Choose ripe but firm mango for sweetness and texture. Soft mango may break apart when mixed.
- Red Onion: Adds a crisp bite and color that balances the fruit's sweetness.
- Jalapeños: Fresh jalapeños provide mild heat. Remove the seeds for a milder salsa.
- Fresh Cilantro: Adds a brightness that brings the salsa together.
- Fresh Lime Juice: The citrus element that brightens all the flavors and keeps the salsa tasting fresh.
- Kosher Salt: Helps draw out natural juices and enhances the flavor of the tomatoes and mango.
A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Substitutions & Variations
- Roma Tomatoes: Substitute cherry tomatoes or Campari tomatoes for similar sweetness and texture.
- Fresh Mango: Pineapple or peaches create a similar sweet salsa variation.
- Red Onion: White onion offers a milder flavor typical in traditional Mexican pico de gallo.
- Flavor: Add a little orange juice or zest for a tropical variation.
- Spice: Swap jalapeños for serrano peppers for a spicier salsa.
- Presentation: Serve the salsa in small glasses or cups for an easy appetizer at parties.
- Kid-Friendly: Remove peppers completely for a sweet fruit salsa children enjoy.
How To Make Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe
STEP ONE: Prepare the Produce
Dice the tomatoes and mango into small, even pieces. Finely dice the red onion and jalapeños, then chop the cilantro.
STEP TWO: Combine the Ingredients
Add the diced tomatoes, mango, red onion, and jalapeños to a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle fresh lime juice over the mixture.
STEP THREE: Add Cilantro and Toss
Add fresh cilantro, and sprinkle with kosher salt. Gently toss to combine.
STEP FOUR: Rest and Serve
Allow the pico de gallo to sit for about five minutes so the flavors blend.
Serve with tortilla chips or your favorite tacos.
Expert Tips for Success
👩🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!
✔️ DO Dice ingredients small so it's easy to scoop onto tacos or chips.
✔️ DO Use firm tomatoes to prevent watery salsa.
✔️ DO Use fresh lime juice.
❌ DO NOT Skip the rest time.
Storage
Store mango pico de gallo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Stir before serving because the natural juices settle at the bottom. Freezing is not recommended since the tomatoes and mangoes will lose their texture.
Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe FAQs
Mango pico de gallo typically includes diced mango, tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. These fresh ingredients create a sweet-and-spicy salsa similar to traditional pico de gallo, but with fruit.
Mango pico de gallo pairs well with fish tacos, shrimp tacos, grilled chicken, carnitas, and tortilla chips.
Yes. It can be made a few hours ahead of time and refrigerated. The flavors improve slightly as the lime juice and salt blend with the ingredients.
The spice level depends on the jalapeños used. Removing seeds keeps the salsa mild, while leaving them in increases heat.
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📖 Recipe
Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe (Fresh Mango Salsa)
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Equipment
- Cutting board
- Sharp chef's knife
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 3 cups Roma tomatoes diced (about 4 medium tomatoes, seeded if watery)
- 2 cups ripe mango diced (about one large mango)
- 1 cup red onion finely diced
- 2 jalapeños seeded and finely diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice about 3 limes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
Instructions
- Dice the tomatoes and mango into small, even pieces. Finely dice the red onion and jalapeños, then chop the cilantro.
- Add the tomatoes, mango, red onion, and jalapeños to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture.
- Add the chopped cilantro and sprinkle with kosher salt.
- Gently toss everything together until evenly combined. Let the pico sit for about 5 minutes so the lime juice and salt bring the flavors together.
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Notes
- Dice ingredients evenly so the salsa scoops easily with chips.
- Use firm Roma tomatoes to keep the salsa chunky.
- Let the salsa sit briefly so the flavors blend.
Jami Powell says
If you love mangoes, you'll love this fresh taco topper!