Strawberry Salsa
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This bright Strawberry Salsa is one of my go-to recipes for entertaining! Juicy strawberries and pineapple, a little jalapeño heat, and red onion come together with a simple maple-lime dressing for a sweet, tangy bite that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Strawberry Salsa Recipe
What started as a way to use up extra strawberries I had on hand has become a go-to homemade salsa in my kitchen. This strawberry salsa is made with ripe strawberries, juicy pineapple, cilantro, and a maple‑lime dressing. It’s sweet and tangy, with the perfect kick of subtle heat from fresh jalapeños.
One of the things I love most is all the different ways you can serve this salsa. It’s great served with a bowl of your favorite chips, spooned over tacos, or even as a topping for grilled chicken. It’s simple, fresh, and a delicious fruity twist on traditional salsa.
If you like this fruit salsa recipe, my Mango Corn Salsa is another easy option with fresh, sweet and savory flavors.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Delicious flavor combination: Sweet strawberries and pineapple are balanced with lime juice, red onion, and just enough jalapeño to give it a kick.
- Perfect scooping texture: The scoopable texture makes it easy to serve without turning too watery or mushy.
- Versatile ways to serve it: This salsa is perfect, whether you’re grilling chicken, making shrimp tacos or just sitting down with a bag of tortilla chips.
Ingredients
- Strawberries: Finely diced fresh strawberries give this salsa its strong strawberry flavor.
- Pineapple: Fresh pineapple works best here and adds brightness and a hint of tartness.
- Red Onion: Red onion adds just enough bite without overpowering the fruit.
- Jalapeno: One small jalapeno brings gentle heat. I remove the seeds for less heat.
- Cilantro: Fresh cilantro adds a clean, herbal note.
- Maple Syrup: A touch of maple syrup enhances the natural sweetness of the strawberries.
- Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice keeps the salsa lively and balanced.
- Sea Salt: A small pinch ties all the flavors together.
Find the full printable recipe with measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
How To Make This Easy Strawberry Salsa Recipe
Step 1. Start by finely dicing the strawberries, pineapple, red onion, and jalapeno and add everything to a large bowl.
Step 2. Add the chopped cilantro, maple syrup, lime juice, and sea salt.
Step 3. Stir well until combined and serve with tortilla chips or corn chips.
How To Store Fresh Strawberry Salsa
- Refrigerator: For the freshest, brightest flavor, serve it within 24 hours. If you prefer a more salsa-like consistency with juices and fruit mixed together, you can store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freezing is not recommended since the fruit becomes watery once thawed.
Tips And Tricks
- Finely dice all the produce so the flavors blend evenly and scoop easily.
- Hull the strawberries before dicing to avoid tough white centers.
- Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for the cleanest flavor.
- Let the salsa rest for about 10 minutes or so to help the flavors settle.
- Stir again before serving since juices release as it sits.
Variations And Add-ins
- Mango: Swap the pineapple for finely diced mango for a slightly sweeter, softer texture.
- Avocado: Add diced avocado for a creamy contrast that pairs perfectly with the fruit.
- Herbs: Use fresh basil, parsley, or mint instead of cilantro for a different herbal note.
- Orange: Add a small amount of orange zest or a splash of orange juice instead of lime.
- Honey: Replace the maple syrup with honey for a different flavor and added sweetness.
FAQs
As an appetizer this dip pairs well with cinnamon and sugar tortilla chips, graham crackers, or any of your favorite savory chips and crackers. As a side or a topping, it also goes great with grilled protein, like chicken and fish.
This dip is quite chunky when it’s freshly mixed. If you want it smoother then feel free to pulse in a food processor.
You can remove the seeds and membrane to make it less spicy or you can leave them in for extra heat. If you’re not a fan of jalapeños, you can leave them out completely or replace them with diced bell pepper.
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Strawberry Salsa Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries finely diced
- 1 cup pineapple finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 1 jalapeno finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- pinch Pinch Sea Salt
Instructions
- Start by finely dicing the strawberries, pineapple, red onion, and jalapeno and add everything to a large bowl.2 cups strawberries, 1 cup pineapple, 1/4 cup red onion, 1 jalapeno
- Add the chopped cilantro, maple syrup, lime juice, and sea salt.2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 tablespoon lime juice, pinch Pinch Sea Salt
- Stir well until combined and serve with tortilla chips or corn chips.
Notes
- For the freshest, brightest flavor, serve it within 24 hours. If you prefer a more salsa-like consistency with juices and fruit mixed together, you can store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 to 4 days.
- Finely dice all the produce so the flavors blend evenly and scoop easily.
- Hull the strawberries before dicing to avoid tough white centers.
- Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for the cleanest flavor.
- Let the salsa rest for about 10 minutes or so to help the flavors settle.
- Stir again before serving since juices release as it sits.
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Lisa O’Driscoll is a lifestyle and parenting expert, cookbook author, and the creative force behind Fun Money Mom, a popular blog she’s run since 2014. She’s the author of the children’s cookbook Roll It, Slice It, Mash It, Dice It, designed to get kids excited about cooking. With multiple TV appearances under her belt, she loves sharing her expertise on family-friendly recipes, creative DIYs, and party planning and is always on a mission to inspire and entertain!
