Pear Cranberry Jalapeño Salsa (Printer View)

Sweet pears, cranberries, and jalapeño blend for a lively dip or topping with a fresh kick.

# 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

# Method:

01 - Combine diced pears, chopped cranberries, finely diced red onion, jalapeño peppers, cilantro, and if desired, red bell pepper, in a medium mixing bowl.
02 - Incorporate lime zest, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and salt into the mixture.
03 - Gently toss all components together until evenly distributed.
04 - Sample and refine flavor by adding additional lime juice or sweetener as preferred.
05 - Let the salsa stand for 10 minutes to meld flavors. Present chilled or at ambient temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bright fusion of flavors: sweet, tart, and spicy all in one bite
  • Easy and quick to prepare, ready in just 15 minutes
02 -
  • Using both jalapeños and a few seeds increases the heat level noticeably
  • Keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 days in an airtight container
03 -
  • Dice ingredients evenly for the best texture and presentation
  • Taste and tweak the salsa with extra lime, honey or jalapeño for your ideal balance
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