Description
Fresh peach salsa is a vibrant and refreshing condiment that balances sweetness, spice, and tang. Made with juicy peaches, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing, this salsa pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, or as a dip with tortilla chips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe peaches, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1 tsp honey, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1/2 avocado (diced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peaches – Peel (if desired) and dice the peaches into small, uniform pieces.
- Chop the Vegetables – Finely dice the red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño. Remove seeds from jalapeño for a milder salsa.
- Mix Everything Together – In a large bowl, combine diced peaches, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeño.
- Add Freshness – Stir in chopped cilantro for a burst of fresh flavor.
- Season the Salsa – Add lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Enhance the Flavor (Optional) – Drizzle honey for sweetness, add minced garlic for depth, or toss in diced avocado for richness.
- Chill Before Serving – Let the salsa sit in the fridge for 10-15 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Serve and Enjoy – Pair with tortilla chips, grilled meats, seafood, or tacos.
Notes
- Spicier Version: Add an extra jalapeño or use serrano peppers.
- Milder Option: Use poblano pepper or omit the jalapeño.
- Fruit Swaps: Substitute peaches with mango, pineapple, or nectarines.
- Herb Twist: Replace cilantro with fresh basil or mint.
- Tomato Addition: Mix in diced cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiments & Sauces
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: mexican inspired
Keywords: Peach salsa, fresh salsa, summer salsa, peach recipe, homemade salsa