Healthy Peach Cherry Salsa (Print)
Vibrant blend of juicy peaches, sweet cherries, zesty lime, and fresh herbs creates this refreshing summer dip or topping.
# What You Need:
→ Fruits
01 - 2 ripe peaches, pitted and diced
02 - 1 cup sweet cherries, pitted and quartered
03 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
04 - 1/3 cup red onion, finely diced
05 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Seasonings & Dressing
07 - Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How to Make:
01 - Dice the peaches, quarter the cherries, finely dice the red onion, seed and mince the jalapeño, dice the red bell pepper, and chop the fresh cilantro.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced peaches, cherries, red onion, jalapeño, bell pepper, and cilantro.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
04 - Pour the dressing over the fruit and vegetable mixture. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
05 - Taste the salsa and adjust salt or lime juice as needed to achieve the perfect balance.
06 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled as a dip with tortilla chips, or as a topping for grilled chicken, fish, or tacos.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It transforms ordinary summer fruit into something that feels fancy but takes literally minutes
- The sweet and spicy balance keeps everyone coming back for just one more taste
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- I learned the hard way that overripe peaches turn into applesauce consistency, so err on the firm side
- The salsa tastes completely different after that resting period in the fridge, so don't skip it
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- Use a sharp knife and cut everything uniformly, nothing ruins salsa faster than awkwardly large chunks of onion
- Make a double batch because the first one will disappear way faster than you expect