Paleo African Delight – Coconut Chocolate Mousse with Mango Salsa (Gluten-Free)

Allergens

Dairy (if using regular cream instead of coconut cream)

Ingredients

• 1. 1 cup coconut cream 2. 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped 3. 1/4 cup honey 4. 2 ripe mangoes, diced 5. 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped 6. 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped 7. 1 teaspoon lime zest 8. 1 tablespoon lime juice 9. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 10. 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 11. 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, heat the coconut cream until it reaches a simmer. Remove from heat and add chopped dark chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes to melt.
2. Stir the mixture until smooth and well combined. Add honey and stir again until fully incorporated.
3. Pour the chocolate coconut mixture into serving dishes and refrigerate until set, about 4 hours or overnight.
4. In a separate bowl, combine diced mangoes, red onion, mint leaves, lime zest, and lime juice. Mix well and season with salt to taste.
5. Once the chocolate coconut mousse has set, top each serving with the mango salsa and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

For added texture, sprinkle a few chopped almonds over the mango salsa before serving.

Notes

Use ripe but firm mangoes to ensure they hold their shape in the salsa.