Fresh Cherry Salsa

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Brighten your table with the vibrant flavors of Fresh Cherry Salsa, a sweet and spicy twist on the classic dip! This easy, no-cook recipe combines juicy fresh cherries with zesty red onion, spicy jalapeño, and aromatic cilantro, all brought together with a splash of tangy lime juice and a drizzle of honey. Perfectly balanced with a hint of salt and pepper, this fruit-forward salsa is ready in just 15 minutes and will elevate your favorite dishes. Serve it as a colorful appetizer with tortilla chips, as a topping for grilled fish or chicken, or as a unique addition to tacos and summer spreads. This delightfully fresh and versatile salsa is a must-try for any gathering or weeknight meal!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

8 items

• 2 cups fresh cherries
• 0.25 cup (finely diced) red onion
• 1 whole (seeded and finely chopped) jalapeño pepper
• 0.25 cup (chopped) cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon honey

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Wash and pit the cherries, then roughly chop them into small pieces and transfer to a mixing bowl.

2. Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the cherries.

3. Prepare the jalapeño by removing the seeds and finely chopping it. Add it to the cherry mixture. Adjust the amount of jalapeño to control the spice level.

4. Chop the cilantro and stir it into the mixture.

5. Squeeze fresh lime juice into the bowl, then add salt, black pepper, and honey. Mix everything thoroughly to combine all flavors.

6. Taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings if necessary.

7. Allow the salsa to rest for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve fresh with tortilla chips, grilled chicken, fish, or as a taco topping.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (106.0g)

Calories		61
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		0.2 g	0%
	Saturated Fat	0.0 g	0%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		244 mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate		15.9 g	6%
	Dietary Fiber	1.9 g	7%
	Total Sugars	11.8 g
Protein		1.1 g	2%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		16 mg	1%
Iron		0.4 mg	2%
Potassium		214 mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 7 cal (2.6%%)

Protein: 16 cal (6.0%%)

Carbs: 254 cal (91.4%%)