Description
This Nectarine Salsa recipe is a delightful and refreshing twist on traditional salsa, perfect for summer gatherings or as a zesty topping. The combination of sweet nectarines, spicy jalapeño, and tangy lime juice creates a burst of flavors that pair perfectly with grilled meats or as a dip with chips.
Ingredients
Scale
Ripe Nectarines:
- 3 nectarines, diced
Red Bell Pepper:
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
Red Onion:
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
Jalapeño:
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
Fresh Cilantro:
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Fresh Lime Juice:
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Salt:
- 1/2 tsp salt
Black Pepper:
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Olive Oil (optional):
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine diced nectarines, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve with chips, grilled meats, or as a topping for tacos.
Add lime juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil if using. Toss gently to combine.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño amount to control heat level.
- For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika.
- Substitute nectarines with peaches or mangoes for variation.
- Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American, Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
