Mediterranean Diet Mango Salsa
Elevate your snacking and mealtime with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Mango Salsa – a refreshing, nutrient-packed twist on classic salsa! Perfectly ripe mangoes take center stage, mingling with crisp cucumber, crunchy red bell pepper, and aromatic red onion for a colorful medley of textures and flavors. Fresh mint and zesty lime juice add a delightful Mediterranean flair, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is loaded with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, making it an ideal healthy appetizer, salad topper, or side dish. Serve it fresh for a burst of lively flavors or let it chill briefly for a harmonized, taste-bud-pleasing experience. This mango salsa is summer in a bowl—perfect for Mediterranean diet enthusiasts and anyone craving a light, wholesome dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized, ripe Mango
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 large Lime
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Peel and dice the mangoes into small chunks and place them in a large mixing bowl.
2. Peel the cucumber, remove the seeds, and dice it into small pieces. Add the cucumber to the bowl with the mango.
3. Core and dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and add them to the bowl.
4. Finely chop half of a medium-sized red onion and add to the salsa mixture.
5. Wash and finely chop the mint leaves, then add them to the bowl.
6. Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the ingredients in the bowl, making sure to catch any seeds.
7. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture, then season with salt and black pepper.
8. Gently toss all the ingredients until they are evenly mixed and coated with the lime juice and olive oil.
9. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
499 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.9 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1197 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1687 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
