If you’re looking for a great appetizer for July 4th – or really during anytime in the summer – this is it! It’s delicious and full of flavor. Plus it’s nice and light so you don’t have to feel guilty about eating most of it yourself, LOL. There’s nothing better than food that’s easy to make, looks great and TASTES even better! Both these fruit salsa recipes are sure to be a hit.
Blueberry Salsa
Try this twist on salsa for a flavorful and nutritious summer side.
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeño pepper
- 1 large pink grapefruit
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Combine all ingredients except salt.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Let stand one hour, then refrigerate before serving.
Note: if it’s off season, and your blueberries aren’t sweet enough, you’ll need to add extra sugar to taste. A bit of apple and apple sauce provides some natural sweetness as well.
Easy Berry Salsa Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chopped strawberries
- 1/2 cup blueberries, cut in half
- 1/2 cup blackberries
- 1 tbsp or more diced Jalapeño
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 tbsp lime juice or more to taste
- drizzle of honey or agave nectar, optional
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss to combine. Add more salt to taste, if needed.
How to serve fruit salsa
Serve this as an appetizer dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled chicken, pork, salmon or other fish. The salsa tastes best chilled, but you also could serve it at room temperature.
Make-ahead:
This is a great make-ahead recipe because it’s always nice to be able to allow the flavors to come together and blend. Some sitting time in the refrigerator will do that for you. Just assemble the salsa, wrap it in plastic wrap and keep it in the refrigerator. I suggest making it and serving it the same day.
