Best 4 Mandarin Salsa Recipes

Mandarin salsa is a refreshing and flavorful condiment that is perfect for adding a burst of citrus to your favorite dishes. It is made with fresh mandarin oranges, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapenos, and is seasoned with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mandarin salsa is a great addition to tacos, burritos, grilled fish or chicken, and can also be used as a topping for salads or as a dip for chips.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN WITH MANDARIN SALSA

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When I have some leftover veggies, I dress the salsa up a little with some diced green onions and bell peppers. If you like a spicier sauce, add cayenne pepper to the skillet. -Aysha Shurman, Ammon, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2-2/3 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

Drain oranges, reserving 1/4 cup juice. For salsa, in a large bowl, combine oranges, pecans, onion and cilantro., Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in reserved juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Top with salsa; serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH MANDARIN ORANGE SALSA

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Chicken with a pepped up citrus salsa. Easy and quick to prepare as well as low fat and delicious! Recipe courtesy of Pillsbury.

Provided by Marie

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (8 ounce) can crushed unsweetened pineapple in juice, drained
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon seeded and chopped jalapeno pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

Heat gas grill.
In medium bowl, combine all salsa ingredients and mix well.
Brush oil over both sides of chicken.
Mix together salt, pepper and cayenne and sprinkle over chicken.
Place chicken on grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is done, turning once.
Place on plates and serve salsa over chicken.

MANDARIN SALSA

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Sweet mandarin oranges temper the boldness of cilantro, jalapeno and onion in this salsa, creating an impressive and colorful combination. -Yvonne Opp, Greenville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

5 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
Tortilla chips

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Gently stir in mandarin oranges. Chill until serving. Drain before serving if necessary. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY MANDARIN SALSA

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This is a nice sweet and spicy style salsa. You can easily adjust the heat of the salsa by adding or reducing the amount of red pepper you put in. This was on the back of a Wheat Thins box, and it does go really well with them!

Provided by Starrynews

Categories Low Protein

Time 10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup plum tomato, chopped
11 ounces mandarin orange segments, drained
1 cup green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in a medium-size bowl and mix well.

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe produce. This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your salsa.
Choose the right type of chili peppers. If you like your salsa mild, use mild chili peppers like poblanos or Anaheims. For a spicier salsa, use hotter chili peppers like jalapeños or habaneros.
Roast the chili peppers before adding them to the salsa. This will help to bring out their flavor and reduce their bitterness.
Don't over-process the salsa. You want to keep some texture in the salsa, so don't puree it until it's completely smooth.
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings as needed. Add more chili peppers for heat, more lime juice for acidity, or more salt for flavor.
Serve the salsa fresh or store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Conclusion:

Mandarin salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It's perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or simply as a dip with chips. With its sweet and tangy flavor, mandarin salsa is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.