Fresh Strawberry Lime Jalapeño (Printable Version)

A refreshing blend of strawberries, lime, and jalapeño delivering bright, zesty, and spicy notes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
02 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
05 - 1/2 medium avocado, diced (optional)

→ Citrus

06 - 1 lime, zested and juiced

→ Seasoning

07 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced strawberries, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro.
02 - Add the diced avocado, if using, for enhanced creaminess and richness.
03 - Zest and juice the lime directly into the bowl, ensuring all citrus flavor is captured.
04 - Sprinkle in the sea salt and black pepper to taste.
05 - Gently toss all ingredients until well combined, being careful not to mash the strawberries or avocado.
06 - Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if needed for desired salt and pepper balance.
07 - Let the salsa sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve with tacos, grilled chicken, fish, or tortilla chips.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes, no cooking required, so you can make it while guests are already gathering.
  • The flavor is so unexpected and balanced that people always ask what's in it, then immediately want the recipe.
  • It works everywhere—tacos, grilled fish, chicken, chips, salads—which means one batch solves multiple meal questions.
02 -
  • Don't dice your strawberries too far ahead or they'll weep and become mushy; prep them within 30 minutes of serving.
  • The lime juice is not optional—it prevents browning and brightens every single flavor, so don't use bottled juice.
03 -
  • If your strawberries aren't very sweet, a tiny pinch of honey stirred in before serving brings them forward without making the salsa taste dessert-like.
  • Make this salsa in a glass or ceramic bowl, not plastic; metal and plastic can react with the lime juice and leave an odd taste.
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