Description
Cherry salsa is a vibrant and refreshing blend of sweet cherries, zesty lime juice, and aromatic herbs that elevates any gathering. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy winter nights, this easy-to-make salsa transforms ordinary chips into a gourmet experience. With its delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Wash cherries under cold water; remove stems and pits.
- Finely dice red onion and chop jalapeño (wear gloves if sensitive to heat).
- In a medium bowl, combine cherries, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Stir in lime juice and salt until well mixed.
- Cover and let sit for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled meats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg