Name: Spicy Peach Salsa
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 6 Fresh Peaches (pits removed and cut into small pieces); 3 T Fresh Lime Juice; 1 Medium Shallot (minced); 3 T Red Onion (cut into small, thin slices); 1-2 t Jalapeno Peppers (seeds and veins removed, very finely minced); 3 T Fresh Cilantro Leaves (finely chopped); Sea Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)

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This spicy peach salsa is absolutely gorgeous! The combination of bright colors creates a beautiful presentation with the delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors. This peach salsa makes a wonderful addition to simply prepared fish, chicken, or pork dishes. This recipe is a keeper, for sure!

For the best results, make this salsa the night before serving so that the flavors have a chance to blend together. This will also allow the peaches and onion to soften to a nice consistency.

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Ingredients

6 Fresh Peaches, pits removed and cut into small pieces
3 T. Fresh Lime Juice
1 Medium Shallot, minced
3 T. Red Onion, cut into small, thin slices
1-2 t. Jalapeno Peppers, seeds and veins removed, and very finely minced
3 T. Fresh Cilantro Leaves, finely chopped
Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

What You’ll Need

Large Glass Bowl
Plastic Wrap

Directions

Prep Time: 20 minutes (+ 30 minutes – overnight for flavors to develop)
Cook time: n/a
Serves: 4-6

Combine all of the ingredients in a large glass or other non-reactive bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. I recommend starting with a very small amount of jalapeno pepper and taste it before adding more.
Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator overnight or on the counter at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Enjoy!

spicy peach salsa in white bowl with limes and jalapenos

Tips

Soak the red onion in a cup of water for 10-15 minutes before using to reduce its strong flavor and odor.

Peach Salsa Serving Suggestions

Serve with foil packet citrus white fish or other minimally seasoned fish, chicken, or pork so that the salsa flavors can really shine.

This can also be used as a topping for tacos or served in place of regular salsa with tortilla chips to dip.

Storage

Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Peach Salsa FAQs

Do I need to cook peaches for this Spicy Peach Salsa recipe?
- No, this recipe uses fresh, ripe peaches.
Do I need to peel the peaches?
- This is based on your personal preference. Either way works just fine!
How do I pick the right peaches for this recipe?
- The peaches for this recipe should be slightly firm but give just a bit when you press them.