Description
A refreshing and healthy peach cherry salsa combining the natural sweetness of ripe peaches and cherries with a mild kick from jalapeño, balanced by lime juice and fresh cilantro. Perfect as a light snack, topping for grilled meats, or a vibrant side dish.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Other
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (for added sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits: Start by dicing the ripe peaches and chopping the fresh cherries. Make sure to remove the pits from the cherries for a smooth texture.
- Chop the Onion: Finely chop the small red onion. For a milder onion flavor, soak the chopped onion in cold water for a few minutes, then drain thoroughly.
- Dice the Jalapeño: Carefully seed and mince the jalapeño pepper. Adjust the quantity according to your preferred level of heat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced peaches, chopped cherries, red onion, and jalapeño evenly.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Stir in the chopped cilantro to add freshness and aroma to the salsa.
- Season: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture, then add salt to taste. If a sweeter salsa is desired, incorporate honey or agave syrup and mix well.
- Mix Well: Gently toss all ingredients together until fully combined, ensuring the flavors meld.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop and blend.
- Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the salsa and adjust salt or sweetness as needed for perfect balance.
Notes
- Soaking the onion reduces sharpness and makes the salsa milder.
- Remove jalapeño seeds to control the heat level or keep them for extra spiciness.
- This salsa pairs excellently with grilled chicken, fish, or as a dip with tortilla chips.
- For a vegan or vegetarian diet, omit honey and use agave syrup instead.
- Freshness of fruit is key for the best flavor; choose ripe but firm peaches and cherries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
