Mango Shrimp Salsa

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This Mango Shrimp Salsa is the perfect light and refreshing meal for busy nights. Serve with plantain chips or as a main course with lettuce wraps for Taco Night. This Whole30 dish is perfect for a hot summer day.

close up of lettuce wrap full of mango shrimp salsa

Cinco de Mayo is almost here. Last year, we had our first get-together with friends after a very long and lonely time at home. We all sat in the driveway, and I didn't cook any food. Everyone brought their own drinks and snacks. It was exciting to see people, but it was so hard and weird not cooking a meal for our guest. This year may look the same, but we'll have this delicious mango shrimp salsa to enjoy!

I like meals like this that can be made ahead of time and packed up for trips to the beach, park, or a friend's house. This recipe is perfect for that! Made in advance, it only gets better the longer it sits.

What is Mango Shrimp Salsa

This is kind of like a chunky pico de gallo that is great for eating with scooped chips or in lettuce wraps. The cucumber and mango give this dish a cool sweetness while the jalapeno gives it a little kick!

Bowl of ingredients to make mango shrimp salsa

You'll need the following ingredients:

Shrimp - peeled, deveined, and cooked {if you're using raw shrimp, see our post for 5 minutes Air Fryer Shrimp}
Mango
Red Onion
Cucumber
Jalapeno
Garlic
Cilantro
Lime Juice
Salt and Pepper
Bell Pepper - Optional
Tomatoes - Optional

To make, chop all the shrimp, mango, red onion, cucumber, bell pepper into bite-size pieces. {Check out my Instagram for a tutorial on how to peel and devein shrimp and easily dice a mango.}

Place all the ingredients in a large bowl. Mince the jalapeno and garlic and add to the mixture. If you prefer a milder salsa, add ½ a jalapeno with the seeds removed. If you like it hot, add a whole pepper with seeds.

Next, add lime juice and season with salt and pepper as needed. Store in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve.

How to Serve

This dish is great served as a dip with tortilla or plantain chips or as a taco with lettuce wraps as pictured below.

For tacos, serve with extra lime wedges, finely diced jalapenos, and chopped cilantro on the side.

plate with mango shrimp taco and plate of lettuce wraps.

Recipe Variations

Can I make this without the Shrimp?

Of course! This recipe without the shrimp would make a delicious vegan mango salsa. It would be great on fish, grilled meats or veggies, tacos, or as a simple dip.

I hate mango. What do I do?

Use pineapple instead! Or papaya! You could also leave the fruit out completely.

Can I use garden cucumber?

Yep! Just remove the seeds as they can water down the dish, and peel cucumbers with tough, waxy skin.

What is the best lettuce for lettuce wraps?

Bibb lettuce or romaine works great. You could also use sliced jicama or cabbage. For dipping, sliced mini bell peppers add a great crunch.

Make-Ahead and Storage

The shrimp can be cooked in advance or you can purchase pre-cooked shrimp for this recipe. Mix all the ingredients together and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or until ready to serve.

Leftovers are great for lunch!

Other Recipes to Try

If you like this recipe, you'll love our Air Fryer Shrimp and Lemon Pepper Shrimp! If you're in the mood for more Tex-Mex meals, check out our Whole30 Portobello Tacos and our Pineapple Salsa.

Like this recipe? Don't forget to Pin it! Also, check out our Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube Channel for cooking demos and more. Plus you can also see what I am pinning on Pinterest for more Whole30 and Paleo recipe ideas!

Mango Shrimp Salsa

★★★★★

5 from 12 reviews

Author: Sloan
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Diet: Gluten Free

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Ingredients

Units Scale

¼ medium Red Onion - diced
½ English Cucumber - diced
1 small Mango - diced
½ - 1 Jalapeno - finely chopped {add more depending on your heat preferance}
1 clove Garlic - minced or grated
8 oz cooked Shrimp - peeled and chopped
2 Limes - Juiced
1 handful Cilantro - chopped {about 2 tablespoons}
Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the onions, cucumber, mango, jalapeno, garlic, and shrimp. Stir to combine.
Add lime juice, cilantro, and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve cold with your favorite chips, tortillas, or lettuce wraps.

Notes

If you're looking for a simple way to cook your shrimp, check out our 5 minute Air Fryer Shrimp recipe!

Check out our Instagram page for tips on peeling shrimp and chopping a mango.

Store leftover in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: Tex Mex

Keywords: mango and shrimp recipe, mango shrimp salsa, mango and shrimp

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Mango Shrimp Salsa