Description
Cherry salsa is a vibrant and refreshing dip that combines sweet-tart cherries with zesty lime and fresh cilantro, creating a delightful flavor explosion. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights, this easy-to-make salsa elevates grilled meats and tortilla chips alike. With its beautiful colors and bold flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests, leaving them asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Wash cherries thoroughly, pit them, and chop into small pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped cherries, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using). Mix gently.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and add salt to taste. Stir to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg