Description
Peach Salsa is a bright, fresh condiment made with sweet ripe peaches, crisp vegetables, lime juice, and herbs. It’s a perfect summer dip or topping that combines sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors in one vibrant dish.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe peaches, peeled and diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño pepper, minced (seeded for less heat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 small tomato or 1/4 cup diced cucumber (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, if peaches are not sweet enough)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine diced peaches, red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño.
- Add chopped cilantro and fresh lime juice.
- Sprinkle with salt and gently stir to combine.
- Fold in optional diced tomato, cucumber, or sweetener if using.
- Taste and adjust seasoning or acidity as needed.
- Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with chips, tacos, grilled meats, or fish.
Notes
Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture and appearance.Fresh peaches offer the best flavor, but canned or frozen (thawed) peaches can be used in a pinch.Add diced avocado just before serving for a creamy twist.Stir before serving if juices have separated during chilling.Not suitable for freezing or reheating—serve fresh for best quality.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
