Kiwifruit Salsa

Add colour and flavour to your meals with this vibrant, sweet, tangy kiwifruit salsa. It’s a quick and easy side dish—the perfect accompaniment to BBQ meats, grilled tempeh or salmon.

Kiwifruit salsa is a vibrant and zesty dish that brings colour and flavour to any meal. Its unique combination of sweet, tangy and slightly tart flavours pairs beautifully with BBQ meats, grilled tempeh or baked salmon, making it a versatile side dish for any occasion.

This salsa is quick and easy to prepare. Its fresh ingredients make it a visually stunning accompaniment to protein dishes. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a weeknight dinner, or looking for a healthy side dish, kiwi fruit salsa offers a refreshing twist that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

What you’ll need to make kiwifruit salsa

The ingredients for this simple and fresh salsa include:

• Green kiwifruit: gives a bright green colour and refreshing tanginess that contrasts with the mango.
• Mango: adds a sweet, tropical and juiciness that balances the other flavours.
• Red capsicum: provides a mildly sweet crunch and red that contrasts with the soft kiwifruit and mango.
• Fresh mint, coriander or flat-leaf parsley: bring a burst of flavour to the salsa.
• Spring onion: mild and slightly sweet, spring onions add a fresh, oniony flavour without overwhelming the dish like red onion would.
• Lemon or lime juice: enhances the flavour of the salsa with a zesty citrus taste.
• Extra virgin olive oil: melds the flavours together while providing antioxidants and increasing the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
• Lemon or orange zest: adds a fragrant, zesty aroma and taste that brightens the flavour profile.
• Salt: a pinch balances the flavours of all the salsa ingredients.

How to customise your kiwi salsa

I love providing alternatives in my recipes so you can adapt them to suit different seasons and availability wherever you are. For instance, while mangos are sensational in this salsa, they’re imported to New Zealand and not always accessible or affordable.

Luckily, other summer fruits work beautifully in this salsa.

If you don’t have access to mango, consider using ripe peaches, nectarines or apricots as substitutes—they’ll bring their own unique sweetness and texture.

For a vibrant pop of red to contrast the green kiwifruit and orange mango, pomegranate seeds can replace red capsicum.

Feel free to get creative with this recipe—taste test as you go to ensure the flavours balance well.

You could even include avocado, either diced or sliced, for an extra creamy and delicious twist to pair with the salsa.

Kiwifruit salsa vs. salad: what’s the difference?

“Salsa” literally means “sauce”. It is generally served as a condiment over eggs, fajitas, grilled beef, roast chicken or quesadillas. You can even enjoy it as a dip.

Salsas can be prepared as a cooked sauce, typically with tomatoes, onions and chilli or made fresh with spices and lime.

Salsa can be smooth or chunky, thick or thin, mild or hot.

The popularity of salsa means that it has diversified and can include ingredients such as papaya, mango, plantains, beans and corn. Thus, it may be less “sauce-like” and more of a condiment or accompaniment, as with this kiwifruit salsa.

Delicious ways to serve kiwi mango salsa

This versatile salsa pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes.

Serve it alongside grilled or baked salmon, other fish and prawns, BBQ meats, or marinated tempeh or crispy tofu. It is also a fantastic topping for fish or tofu tacos, burritos, or even a vibrant grain bowl for a complete meal.

Have you tried this kiwi salsa recipe?

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Love mangoes? Try these recipes

If you love mangos and have access to them, I have more delicious ideas for how you can enjoy them.

You could try a sweet dish with mango, such as sticky rice or a smoothie. I love blending frozen mango, fresh pineapple, coconut milk, water, and a splash of lime or lemon juice for a refreshing smoothie.

Or maybe you are interested in other savoury ideas? Check out my salad recipes with mango or quinoa bowl recipes with mango for taste-bud-satisfying ideas.