Spicy Mango Avocado Salsa

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Spicy Mango Avocado Salsa

Brighten your day with this vibrant and fresh Spicy Mango Avocado Salsa. Perfect as a topping for grilled fish or tacos, or simply as a delicious snack with tortilla chips!

Ingredients

• 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
• 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 garlic clove, minced

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the diced mango and avocado carefully to avoid mashing.

2. Add the chopped red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño to the bowl and gently mix.

3. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and stir to combine the flavors.

4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add minced garlic if using, for an extra kick.

5. Serve immediately as a refreshing accompaniment or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.