Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups diced fresh peaches
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Special Equipment Needed:
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Bowl
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Gather all ingredients and equipment.
2. Wash and dry all produce.
3. Peel and dice the peaches.
4. Dice the red onion.
5. Dice the red and green bell peppers.
6. Chop the cilantro.
7. Seed and dice the jalapeño pepper.
8. In a bowl, combine the diced peaches, red onion, red and green bell peppers, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper.
9. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, cumin, and salt.
10. Pour the lime juice mixture over the peach mixture and stir to combine.
11. Serve the salsa immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Temperature: N/A
Serving Size: 4-6
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 70
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Protein: 1g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Peaches: mangoes, papaya, or pineapple
- Red onion: white onion or shallot
- Red bell pepper: yellow or orange bell pepper
- Green bell pepper: yellow or orange bell pepper
- Cilantro: parsley
- Jalapeño pepper: serrano pepper
- Lime juice: lemon juice
- Honey: agave nectar
Variations:
- Add 1/4 cup diced avocado
- Add 1/4 cup diced cucumber
- Add 1/4 cup diced fresh pineapple
- Add 1/4 cup diced mango
- Add 1/4 cup diced red radish
Tips and Tricks:
- For a spicier salsa, leave the seeds in the jalapeño pepper.
- For a milder salsa, use half of a jalapeño pepper.
- For a sweeter salsa, add an additional tablespoon of honey.
Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Serve cold or at room temperature.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or salads.
Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Sliced jalapeño pepper
- Sliced avocado
Pairings:
- Grilled chicken
- Grilled fish
- Grilled steak
- Roasted vegetables
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Mexican rice
- Refried beans
- Cornbread
- Roasted potatoes
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the salsa is too spicy, add more diced peaches to balance out the heat.
Food Safety Advice:
Refrigerate any leftovers within two hours of serving.
Food History:
Salsa is a traditional Mexican condiment that has been around for centuries.
Flavor Profiles:
This salsa has a sweet, tangy, and spicy flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or salads.
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Taste: Tangy, Sweet, Spicy, Fruity, Refreshing