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My vibrant peach mango salsa recipe combines sweet peaches and tropical mangoes with fresh herbs and lime! Perfect for summer entertaining, BBQs, and healthy snacking. I recommend my homemade tortilla chips with this salsa!
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Summer is here, and there's nothing quite like the zesty combination of peaches and mangoes. Did you know that mangoes are considered the world's most popular fruit, with over 1,000 varieties grown globally? This peach mango salsa is one special fruit salsa you're going to love!
I've been making this recipe for years, and let me tell you, it never fails to impress. The combination of sweet peaches, mango, and zesty lime is perfect for the warmer weather here in Florida (but I'd eat this salsa anywhere, any time of year).
This salsa is awesome. I make without the tomatoes and when I bring it out at a party the crowd loves it. I served it at a party last night and one of the guests wanted to hide it so he could bring it home and eat it all himself
Charlenne
What Makes This Peach Mango Salsa Special
- Unique flavor combination of sweet and tangy elements
- Versatility as both appetizer and side dish
- Nutritional benefits of fresh fruit ingredients
- Perfect balance of textures and colors
- Customizable spice levels for different preferences
Ingredients for Perfect Peach Mango Salsa
Selecting the ripest peaches and mangoes
For the best peach mango salsa, begin by selecting the ripest peaches and mangoes you can find at the grocery store.
- When selecting peaches, look for fruits that yield to gentle pressure near the stem and are sweetly fragrant at the base. Peaches vary in color from gold to red, and ripe peaches should have very little green showing. Avoid wrinkly peaches or peaches that are rock-hard or too soft.
- To pick freshly ripe mangoes, choose mangoes that have a slight give when pressed gently. They should have a sweet and fruity smell near the stem end and smooth skin. They may be slightly wrinkly near the stem, but should feel heavy in your hand. Ripe mangoes vary, and may still be green even if they're ripe.
- You can buy slightly under-ripe fruit 2-3 days beforehand and allow it to ripen at room temperature in a paper bag, if necessary. Once ripe, though, you should store peaches and mangoes for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. For the best flavor in your salsa, bring them to room temp before making it.
Fresh herb options (cilantro, mint, basil)
I'm using cilantro in my peach mango salsa, but you can skip it and use other herbs if you prefer. Mint and basil are great choices, too, depending on your flavor preferences.
Choosing the right onion variety
For peach mango salsa, I highly recommend using red onion. Because peaches and mangoes are sweet fruits, red onion balances out the flavor of the salsa perfectly by adding a vibrant, spicy pop. Yellow and white onions tend to be too sweet to give this fruit salsa the balance it benefits from.
Lime juice vs. lemon juice considerations
For salsa recipes like this one, I tend to prefer lime juice and find it tastes the best. However, if you only have lemons or would prefer to use lemons, you can use lemon juice instead. Just be sure to avoid any bottled lime or lemon juices, as they don't offer the same flavor and may ruin the taste of your salsa.
Optional add-ins for extra flavor depth
In addition to peaches and mangoes, I'm also using roma tomatoes. Feel free to add in other ingredients like fresh minced garlic, bell pepper, or even other fruits like pineapple or strawberries. Get creative and have fun making this fruit salsa your own!
Jalapeño preparation and heat level tips
I have a guide on how to cut jalapenos I recommend following. Keep in mind that if you're cutting the jalapenos fresh, you will want to use gloves and avoid touching anything else until you've thoroughly washed your hands. I recommend you don't touch the seeds directly as much as possible.
Step-by-Step Peach Mango Salsa Recipe
- Wash and dice your fruit.
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl.
- Mix together gently to combine.
- Store overnight, then serve, for best flavor.
Proper fruit preparation techniques
Even if your fruits were washed at the store, be sure to give them a gentle scrub at home, too. It's best to wash any fruit you bring home from the grocery store.
Your fruits should be adequately ripe before you make the salsa, so if they're not ripe, leave them on the counter for 2-3 days in a paper bag to speed up the ripening process. Once ripe and washed, you're ready to begin!
Knife skills for uniform dicing
Cutting tomatoes:
- Your tomatoes will need to be firm if you want to dice them easily. I generally use one small, ripe, firm Roma tomato for this recipe, and dice it into small pieces. The smaller the pieces of tomato, the better! I'm a firm believer that food chopped into smaller pieces tastes way better than chunky food.
- Remove the core of the tomato, and lay the tomato flat on a cutting board. Slice it in thin slices, then stack the slices and slice into strips. Rotate the strips and slice again. You will have the perfect tomato dice for salsa recipes! Try my Fresh Tomato Salsa next.
Cutting peaches:
- Using a sharp paring knife, cut along the natural seam line from top to bottom, rotating the knife around the entire peach. Twist the two halves apart gently - if the peach is ripe, they should come apart easily.
- Remove the pit by very carefully prying it out with the tip of your knife or a spoon.
- For dicing, place each half cut-side down on cutting board and slice into strips, then turn and cut in the opposite direction to create uniform cubes.
Cutting mangoes:
- Slice each side of the mango just past the seed at the center. The seed of a mango is flat and hard.
- Take one side of the mango and cut slices without piercing into the skin. Then, rotate the mango and cut slices in the opposite direction of how you just cut to create a hatch pattern.
- Use a spoon to scoop out the mango from the skin for perfectly diced mangoes.
Mixing methods to preserve fruit integrity
When mixing your salsa, mix gently to avoid crushing the fruit. You should toss it with the lime immediately to preserve the freshness of the fruit.
Seasoning and tasting adjustments
Be careful when adding salt, pepper, jalapeno, and cilantro. If you're not a fan of spice, consider using less jalapenos or leaving them out entirely. If you'll be serving someone who doesn't like cilantro, I recommend leaving it out and using an alternative.
Resting time for optimal flavor development
For the best tasting fruit salsa recipe, leave it stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator overnight. The flavors will develop and really pop when served.
Storage and Make-Ahead Instructions
Store summer salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Salsa tastes best after sitting overnight in the fridge.
Serving Suggestions and Pairing Ideas
- Best tortilla chip varieties for dipping: My family and I are big fans of scoops tortilla chips for dipping in this salsa, but I also recommend making air fryer tortilla chips! Lime flavor tortilla chips are delicious as well.
- Grilled protein pairings (fish, chicken, pork): Try pairing mango peach salsa with Grilled Pork Chops, Juicy Grilled Chicken Breast, Grilled Shrimp, or Sous Vide Salmon (it might not be grilled, but trust me!).
- Incorporating into tacos and wraps: Peach mango salsa is fantastic with tacos of all kinds. I love it with fish tacos and shrimp tacos. It's also fantastic as a dip for quesadillas or fajitas!
- Salads and grain bowls: I love this salsa with my Grilled Chicken Salad or with a zesty rice bowl.
- Breakfast and brunch serving ideas: You can even enjoy this peach mango salsa for breakfast or brunch with a breakfast burrito or as a side for my avocado "toast" chicken bites!
My tropical fruit salsa with peaches and mangoes proves that the best recipes come from the simplest combinations of fresh, high-quality ingredients! The natural sweetness of ripe peaches with sweet mangoes creates a refreshing salsa you're going to love. It's perfect for entertaining, meal prep, or sharing as a tasty snack.
Ready to bring some sunshine to your table? Grab those perfectly ripe peaches and mangoes, and let's create something delicious together. Don't forget to share your creations on social media – I'd love to see how you're enjoying this recipe!
Peach Mango Salsa
Ingredients
- ½ small mango - finely diced
- 1 peach - finely diced
- ½ jalapeno - or one if you want it spicy
- ¼ red onion - very finely diced
- ¼ cup cilantro - finely chopped
- 1 Tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 small roma tomato - finely diced
Instructions
- Dice mango, peach, jalapeno, red onion, and tomato, and finely chop your cilantro.
- Add to a bowl with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
Notes
- Good for up to 4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
Melissa | Bless this Mess says
So yummy!! I love a good fruit salsa in the summer!
Allison says
I’m just wondering if I missed how many tomatoes to use in the recipe? Help! 😇
Em Beitel says
Hi Allison! Thank you for pointing that out for us - we had mentioned it in the post, but not in the recipe card! It's been added now. For this recipe, we generally use 1 small ripe Roma tomato.
Melissa Thomas says
I have done the original recipe and it was wonderful! This time I switched my fruit up to fresh pineapple and mango! Oh, so good! Served with Jasmine rice topped with Mahi Mahi! Yum!
Em Beitel says
Thank you, Melissa! That's awesome! So glad you enjoyed it!
DebbieLB says
Looks great! Will have to try it as I have no idea how mango and peaches go with tomatoes!!
Kim says
Could you use frozen fruit in this?
Em Beitel says
Hi Kim! You can use thawed frozen fruit and that should work just fine.
Pam says
Perfect size recipe for 2 folks. Mine was
less spicy as I used a sweet red pepper since I have a bumper crop. Turned out great!
Em Beitel says
Thank you so much, Pam! We're so glad you enjoyed it!