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This strawberry salsa is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors. Made with juicy strawberries, crisp red onion, fresh cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice, it’s a simple and quick dish that comes together in just 15 minutes.
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Why you’ll love this family favorite recipe!
Whether you’re serving it as an appetizer with air fryer tortilla chips, tacos like these tofu tacos, or adding it to grain bowls like this sweet potato quinoa bowl, this salsa is the perfect combination.
Since this recipe relies heavily on fresh fruits and vegetables, we used Veggie Wash to ensure that they are clean and ready to eat.
Are your Fruits and Veggies Clean?
Fresh produce deserves more than a quick rinse. Water alone does not effectively remove waxes, pesticide residues, dirt, and handling residue that can remain on fruits and vegetables. In fact, 10 or more people may have handled your produce before it reaches your kitchen.
Veggie Wash is specially formulated to help clean fresh produce using naturally derived ingredients from citrus, corn, and coconut. It’s vegan, phosphate-free, kosher, contains no harsh surfactants or parabens, and leaves no aftertaste—so you can enjoy the natural goodness of your fruits and vegetables with confidence.
Ingredient Notes
Refer to the recipe card for the full list of ingredients, substitutes, and quantities.
How to Make Strawberry Salsa
Step 1: Properly wash all your produce for the recipe with Veggie Wash®. In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro.
Step 2: Add the lime juice, salt, and black pepper, then gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust the lime juice or salt as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.
FAQs
Yes, but it’s best enjoyed fresh. You can prepare the salsa up to 1 hour in advance and refrigerate it before serving. If using avocado, add it just before serving to prevent browning.
Start by washing your strawberries before removing the stems to help prevent them from absorbing excess water. Since water alone does not remove waxes, dirt, pesticide residues, and handling residue, use Veggie Wash as part of your produce prep routine.
Fresh strawberries are the best choice because they provide the ideal texture and flavor. Frozen strawberries become soft and release excess liquid as they thaw, which can make the salsa watery.
If you’re not a fan of cilantro, try substituting fresh parsley, basil, or mint. Each herb gives the salsa a slightly different flavor.
Serving Suggestions
This versatile salsa works well in a variety of ways. Serve it with air fryer tortilla chips for an easy appetizer, spoon it over tacos (like these lentil tacos, tofu tacos, or tempeh tacos), or add it to this mango black bean salad or this vegan taco salad for extra flavor. It’s also delicious alongside stir-fried vegetables, this grilled tofu steak, these collard green wraps, or your favorite plant-based protein.
Storing Tips
Store strawberry salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For the freshest flavor and texture, it’s best enjoyed within the first 24 hours.
If you’re adding avocado, consider stirring it in just before serving, as it will brown over time. The salsa may release some liquid as it sits, so give it a gentle stir before serving again.
This recipe is not recommended for freezing, as the strawberries and other fresh ingredients will become soft and watery once thawed.
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Strawberry Salsa
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Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries diced
- 1 small jalapeño seeded and finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 avocado diced (optional)
Instructions
- Properly wash all your produce for the recipe with Veggie Wash®
- In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro.
- Add the lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Gently toss to combine.
- Fold in the avocado if using.
- Taste and adjust the lime juice or salt as needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter salsa, use very ripe strawberries.
- Remove the jalapeño seeds for a milder salsa or leave some in for extra heat.
- Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled tofu, or black bean bowls.
- For extra flavor, add ½ cup diced mango or pineapple.
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