Healthy Peach Cherry Salsa (Printable Version)

Vibrant fusion of peaches and cherries with zesty lime, perfect for dipping or topping grilled dishes.

# What You Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 2 ripe peaches, pitted and diced
02 - 1 cup sweet cherries, pitted and quartered

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

03 - 1/3 cup red onion, finely diced
04 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
05 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
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 It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced peaches, cherries, red onion, jalapeño, bell pepper, and cilantro.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the fruit and vegetable mixture. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lime juice as desired.
05 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
06 - Serve chilled as a dip with tortilla chips, or as a topping for grilled chicken, fish, or tacos.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sweetness of ripe peaches pairs perfectly with tart cherries and that kick of jalapeño heat keeps every bite interesting
  • It comes together in literally fifteen minutes but tastes like something youd get at a fancy restaurant brunch
  • You can serve it with everything from chips to grilled fish to breakfast tacos
02 -
  • This salsa tastes best the same day it's made. The fruit continues to break down and release liquid, so after 24 hours it becomes more like a fruit salad than a chunky salsa.
  • Peaches brown quickly once cut. Tossing them immediately in the lime juice helps preserve their bright color.
03 -
  • Use a very sharp knife when dicing the fruit to prevent crushing and preserve those clean edges
  • Pat the diced fruit gently with paper towels if it seems especially juicy to prevent a watery salsa