Pear Cranberry Jalapeño Salsa (Print View)

Sweet-tart salsa blending pears, cranberries, and jalapeño—delicious with chips, cheese, or grilled dishes.

# Components:

→ Fruits

01 - 2 ripe pears, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
02 - 3/4 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
03 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced

→ Vegetables & Herbs

04 - 1 to 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Flavorings

06 - Zest and juice of 1 lime
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Optional

09 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced

# Directions:

01 - Place diced pears, chopped cranberries, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and optional red bell pepper into a medium mixing bowl.
02 - Incorporate lime zest, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and salt into the bowl.
03 - Gently toss all ingredients with a spoon or spatula to achieve an even distribution.
04 - Taste and alter seasoning, adding extra lime juice or sweetener if preferred.
05 - Allow the salsa to sit for 10 minutes to meld flavors. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes, no cooking required
  • Adaptable for vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets
02 -
  • For extra heat, include some jalapeño seeds or use two peppers.
  • Salsa lasts up to 2 days refrigerated in a sealed container.
03 -
  • Dice pears and veggies evenly for best texture.
  • Letting the salsa sit for 10 minutes makes the flavors more vibrant.
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