Dessert

Fresh Mango Salsa with Strawberries, Avocado, and Black Beans Recipe

ByLuna Ryder January 2, 2026January 2, 2026

Introduction

This fresh and vibrant mango salsa is bursting with tropical sweetness and a hint of spice. Perfect as a snack with tortilla chips or as a flavorful topping for your favorite proteins, it’s a bright addition to any meal.

A close-up of a white bowl filled with a colorful salsa made from finely chopped layers of yellow mango, red strawberries, black beans, green avocado, red bell pepper, red onion, and fresh herbs. Pieces are mixed evenly showing bright yellow, red, black, and green colors in different shapes and textures. A woman's hand with blue nail polish is lifting a yellow tortilla chip dipped into the salsa. The background shows a white marbled texture and a lime wedge is tucked inside the bowl near the edge. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3-4 large mangos, diced
1 cup finely diced strawberries
1 avocado, diced
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
¼ cup diced red onion
3 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro
¼ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Combine the lime juice, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, dried basil, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 2: Use a vegetable peeler to gently remove the mango skin. Slice around the pit to remove the flesh, then finely dice the mango. Place it on a paper towel lined plate to absorb excess moisture.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the diced mango, strawberries, avocado, red bell pepper, jalapeno, black beans, red onion, and cilantro.
Step 4: Pour the chilled dressing over the salsa ingredients. Use a silicone spatula to gently toss everything together until well combined.
Step 5: For best flavor, chill the salsa in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving. Toss once more before serving with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, chicken, beef, pork, salmon, or shrimp.

Tips & Variations

Substitute black beans with corn for a sweeter crunch.
Add more jalapeno if you prefer extra heat.
Use fresh lime juice for the best bright flavor.
To keep the avocado from browning, toss it in a little lime juice before adding to the salsa.
This salsa is great with grilled seafood or as a topping for nachos.

Storage

Store the salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best texture, add avocado just before serving. Reheat is not recommended, as this is best enjoyed fresh and chilled.