Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa Recipe
A vibrant and zesty Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa that combines sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors for a refreshing twist on traditional salsa. Perfect as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or served with tortilla chips.
- Author: Yana
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 1/2 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and hull the strawberries before chopping them into small pieces. Remove the seeds and finely chop the jalapeño pepper to control the heat level.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped strawberries, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro until evenly combined.
- Chill the Salsa: Cover the salsa and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve: Serve chilled as a fresh and flavorful accompaniment to your favorite dishes or with tortilla chips as a snack.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño based on your preferred spice level.
- For a milder salsa, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapeño.
- This salsa is best enjoyed fresh within 2 days for optimal flavor and freshness.
- Adding a pinch of salt can enhance the flavors if desired.
Keywords: Strawberry salsa, jalapeño salsa, fresh salsa, fruit salsa, sweet and spicy salsa, Mexican condiment