Super easy strawberry jalapeño salsa
It’s salsa time! I mean when is it not salsa time, am I right?
I love salsas because you can really have fun with the recipes and use them for so many different dishes. This salsa in particular is one I have been making for almost 10 years. I use it as a dip for taco chips (it’s especially good with homemade guacamole), as a topping for grilled halibut, or BBQ’d steak, or an addition to your salad or bowl. And my most favourite way to have it – a piece of crostini, some fresh soft cheese – like ricotta, mascarpone, or burrata and a big helping spoonful on top. No matter which way you choose to have it, I promise you will love it.
Super Easy Strawberry Jalapeno Salsa
Vegan summer strawberry jalapeno salsa is a little sweet and a little spicy, and the perfect dip or accompaniment for any summer meal.
Ingredients
- 11/2 cups diced strawberries
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapeño
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves*
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- honey to sweeten* (optional)
- season with salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the strawberries, pickled jalapeño, red onion and mint leaves to a bowl. Add in apple cider vinegar and toss until combined.
- Taste and if you find the strawberries aren’t sweet enough you can add a bit of honey (or other sweetener) to sweeten. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with chips or as a topping for your next dinner. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
cilantro or basil are both fantastic in this recipe as well; but basil definitely gives it a much more distinct flavour.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 portions Serving Size: 1 portionAmount Per Serving: Calories: 52Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 102mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 3gSugar: 8gProtein: 1g
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. This information comes from online calculators and not from My Sweet Mess. Although we do attempt to provide as accurate nutritional information as possible, these figures are only estimates.
This salsa is the perfect appetizer or snack and a great dish to bring to any summer get together. Or if you’re like me, you can just grab a fork and go to town!
Till the next recipe,
Kristen xo
13 Comments
Terri
I never even thought of strawberries in salsa but it makes so much sense! I love this idea and want to try it out this summer!
kmysweetmess
I hope you do Terri, I’d love to hear what you think. The sweet summer strawberries are so good.
Sharon
I’m a total fruit salsa newbie! We have an abundance of strawberries and it was nice to use them in a totally different way. 🙂
kmysweetmess
So glad you liked it Sharon, such a fun way to work with strawberries.
diversivoreshop
I’ve always loved fruit salsas, and I love that you really leaned into the fruit side here! Jalapenos seem like a wonderful foil to the bright sweetness of strawberries, and the mint is a lovely touch to bring everything together. Great stuff!
kmysweetmess
Thanks so much! The sweet summer strawberries are definitely the best part, but it’s a great combination. So glad you like it.
cookingwithshy
This looks great!! Never imagined strawberries in a Salsa..Would love to try this out!
kmysweetmess
Oh you will love it, the strawberries are just perfect!
cookingwithshy
This looks great!!! Never imagined strawberries in a salsa…would love to give this a try!!
Bernice Hill
Sweet fruits and spicy jalapenos are a match made in heaven! I love fruit salsas and this one looks like a keeper.
kmysweetmess
I totally agree! Fruit salsas are fantastic in the summer. You’ll definitely like this one!
chef mimi
oh my goodness. and no tomato in sight. wow. i cannot wait to try this. i know strawberries and onions go well together, because i’ve made a strawberry chutney before, and that was cooked. what a wonderful combination of ingredients. and such pretty photos!
kmysweetmess
You will definitely enjoy this one.
Sweet and spicy, it’s subtle and refreshing!