Fresh Cherry Salsa

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!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 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

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 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.

Step 4

Chop the cilantro and stir it into the mixture.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings if necessary.

Step 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

Serving size	406.6 grams (406.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	233

Total Fat 0.80g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1186mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 61.10g	22%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 45.00g
Protein 4.60g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62mg	5%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 816mg	17%

*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: 2.7%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 90.5%