Cherry Salsa
Recipe courtesy of LaVerne Glassman
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- Level: Easy
- Yield: 6 servings
- Nutritional Analysis Per Serving (1 of 6 servings): Calories 68, Total Fat 0 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Carbohydrates 17 g, Dietary Fiber 3 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 4 mg
- Total: 20 min
- Prep: 20 min
Ingredients:
- 4 cups cherries, stemmed, pitted, and chopped
- 8 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 jalapeo pepper, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
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- Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl and mix thoroughly until evenly blended. Pair it with your preferred chips for serving.
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Dive into the burst of summer flavors with this irresistible cherry salsaa no-cook delight blending sweet, tart, and spicy notes that will captivate your taste buds and wow your guests. Fresh cherries deliver juicy sweetness, zesty lemon adds brightness, jalapeo brings fiery kick, while green onions, cilantro, and garlic infuse fresh herbaceous depth. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's perfect for beginners, busy cooks, or impromptu parties.
Prep your cherries by stemming, pitting, and chopping 4 cups into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop 8 green onions, roughly chop 1 cup cilantro, squeeze 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, dice 1 jalapeo (adjust seeds for heat), and mince 1 garlic clove. Toss everything in a medium bowl for a vibrant mix of red and green. Let flavors meld briefly, then serve chilled or at room temp with tortilla chips, pita crisps, grilled meats, tacos, or creamy goat cheese crostini.
Each of the 6 servings packs 68 calories, 17g carbs (mostly natural sugars), 3g fiber, vegan, gluten-free goodness. Store leftovers airtight in the fridge up to 3 daysflavors intensify! Swap in thawed frozen cherries off-season, double for crowds, or amp heat with extra jalapeo. Cherries shine here as a fruity tomato alternative, especially peak-season Bing varieties. Ignite your next barbecue or snack time with this refreshing, addictive crowd-pleaser!
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