Pear Salsa
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, this Pear Salsa is a unique twist on traditional salsas, blending the natural sweetness of juicy pears with the gentle heat of jalapeño and the crisp crunch of red bell pepper. Enhanced by a tangy lime-honey dressing and a touch of fresh cilantro, this easy-to-make salsa comes together in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips, a vibrant side dish, or a zesty topping for grilled meats and seafood, this versatile recipe is as stunning in presentation as it is delicious. Healthy, refreshing, and bursting with bold flavors, this pear salsa is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next gathering or weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe pears (firm but not overly soft)
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 1 small jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all fresh produce.
Core and dice the pears into small, bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on for added texture and color.
Dice the red bell pepper into small, even pieces.
Finely mince the red onion and jalapeño pepper. If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds and membrane from the jalapeño before mincing.
Chop the cilantro leaves finely.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the diced pears, red bell pepper, minced red onion, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, salt, and ground black pepper to create a simple dressing.
Pour the dressing over the pear mixture and gently toss to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed, by adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to suit your preference.
Allow the salsa to sit for 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, as a side dish, or use as a topping for grilled meat or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 905 mg | 19% | |
*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.
