Fruit Salsa
This Fruit Salsa recipe is fresh, light and flavorful. Plus, you can enjoy it in a variety of ways.
Serve this fruit salsa with tortilla chips or fresh sliced vegetables for an easy appetizer. Or add this fruit salsa over blackened fish or blackened shrimp tacos. Perfect with a variety of proteins, like shrimp, fish, chicken or tofu, this easy fruit salsa is a winner.
For more appetizers, try my Creamy Corn Salsa, Garlic Shrimp Scampi, or this simple and fresh Cucumber Salsa recipe.
Why You’ll Love This Fruit Salsa Recipe
Bright and fresh. This easy salsa recipe is bright and fresh. Loaded with the flavors of summer.
Easy to make. While it does require a good amount of chopping, this fruit salsa is totally worth it.
Versatile. Enjoy this fruit salsa with tortilla chips as an easy appetizer. Or, serve it over grilled chicken, meat or fish.
Substitutions and Recipe Ingredients
- Fruit: This recipe calls for finely diced pineapple, mango, and strawberry.
- Vegetables: This recipe calls for finely diced cucumber and shallots. Be sure to remove the core before dicing the cucumber. Option to use red onion or sweet onion instead.
- Herbs: Option to add freshly chopped parsley or cilantro for a hint of freshness.
- Seasoning: Season this salsa with a pinch of kosher salt and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Try this handy juicer.
How to Make Fruit Salsa
Finely dice the strawberry, mango, pineapple, cucumber and shallots and add them to a bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and the juice from one lime. Gently toss. Option to add freshly chopped parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve and enjoy.
How to Store
Best enjoyed immediately. Add leftover fruit salsa to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for two to three days. Best served chilled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Finely dice each ingredient and store them separately until you are ready to serve. This prevents the juices from making the fruit salsa too soggy. I also like to strain off any excess liquid from each ingredient before combining them. Simply place everything in a colander and let it drain. Option to use this handy chopper as well.
This fruit salsa recipe is best enjoyed immediately. However, it will stay fresh for two to three days. Make sure it is covered in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for ultimate freshness.
Yes! You can add or omit any ingredients you like. Fresh mint, basil, parsley or cilantro would be great additions too. Fresh herbs are a great way to brighten any recipe.
Serve with tortilla chips, freshly sliced vegetables, or over my Air Fryer Blackened Salmon for sweet and spicy combo! Just skip the spicy creamy sauce and use the fruit salsa instead.
Other Appetizers to Consider Trying
Fruit Salsa
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup mango, finely diced
- ½ cup pineapple, finely diced
- ½ cup strawberries, finely diced
- ½ cup English cucumber, cored and finely diced
- ¼ cup shallots, finely diced
- 1-2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh squeezed, about 1 lime
- pinch kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
How to Make Fruit Salsa
- Finely dice the strawberry, mango, pineapple, cucumber and shallots and add them to a bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and the juice from one lime. Gently toss. Option to add freshly chopped parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Best enjoyed immediately. Add leftover fruit salsa to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for two to three days. Best served chilled.
