Description
This Fresh Peach Cherry Salsa is a vibrant and refreshing condiment perfect for summer. Combining sweet peaches and cherries with zesty lime, spicy jalapeño, and fresh cilantro, it offers a delightful balance of flavors. It can be served with chips, grilled meats, or as a topping for tacos and salads.
Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 peaches, peeled and diced
- 1 cup cherries, halved and pitted
- 1 large handful cilantro, stems discarded and finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- Zest from 1 lime
Other Ingredients
- Juice of 1 1/2 limes
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits and Vegetables: Peel and dice the peaches, halve and pit the cherries. Finely chop the garlic cloves, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro, and zest one lime.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the diced peaches, halved cherries, chopped garlic, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, and lime zest.
- Add Lime Juice and Seasoning: Squeeze the juice from 1 1/2 limes over the salsa mixture. Add salt to taste, and gently toss everything together to combine the flavors.
- Chill and Serve: Let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve fresh with tortilla chips, grilled proteins, or as a topping for tacos.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño depending on your spice preference.
- For best flavor, use ripe peaches and fresh cherries.
- This salsa is best consumed within 2 days of preparation.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
