Healthy Peach Cherry Salsa (Printable)
Vibrant blend of peaches and cherries with lime, ideal for dipping or topping grilled dishes.
# What You Need:
→ Fresh Fruits
01 - 2 ripe peaches, pitted and diced into small cubes
02 - 1 cup sweet cherries, pitted and quartered
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
03 - 1/3 cup red onion, finely diced
04 - 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
05 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced into small pieces
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
→ Seasonings & Dressing
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How To Make It:
01 - Dice the peaches into small, uniform cubes. Pit the cherries and quarter them. Finely dice the red onion, seed and mince the jalapeño, and dice the red bell pepper. Chop the fresh cilantro.
02 - Place the prepared peaches, cherries, red onion, jalapeño, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the salt dissolves completely.
04 - Pour the lime dressing over the fruit and vegetable mixture. Using a large spoon or spatula, gently fold the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
05 - Sample the salsa and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lime juice according to your preference.
06 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled as a dip with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for grilled chicken, fish, or tacos.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Its one of those rare appetizers that disappears faster than chips and guac
- You can prep it ahead and it actually tastes better after sitting
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- Dont skip the chilling time, the fruit needs those minutes to release juices and marry with the lime
- If you make it more than a few hours ahead, the fruit breaks down and gets watery
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- A teaspoon of honey rounds out the flavor if your fruit is on the tart side
- Mint or basil can replace cilantro if you have picky eaters who hate it