Fresh Cherry Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Fresh Cherry Salsa
45 min.
10
26kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing addition to your next gathering? Look no further than this delightful Fresh Cherry Salsa! Bursting with the sweet and tangy flavors of ripe cherries and nectarines, this salsa is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds. Perfectly suited for a variety of occasions, it serves as an excellent antipasti, starter, or snack that will leave your guests craving more.

This recipe is a fantastic choice for those following vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, making it an inclusive option for any party. The combination of fresh herbs like chives and cilantro adds a fragrant touch, while the red pepper jelly provides a unique sweetness that balances the tartness of the lime juice and zest. A hint of heat from the crushed red pepper elevates the flavor profile, ensuring that every bite is a delightful surprise.

With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that serves up to 10 people, all while keeping the calorie count low at just 26 kcal per serving. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, a cozy dinner party, or simply looking for a healthy snack, this Fresh Cherry Salsa is sure to impress. Dive into this colorful dish and let the flavors transport you to a sunny orchard!

Ingredients

  • cups cherries fresh pitted coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup chives fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper red
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoon lime zest 
  • 0.8 cup nectarines fresh diced
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together red pepper jelly, lime zest, lime juice, and dried crushed red pepper in a small bowl. Stir in cherries, nectarines, cilantro, and chives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories26kcal
Protein7.73%
Fat4.04%
Carbs88.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.6
Glycemic Load
1.32
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
2.5269564751374%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
8.57mg
Pelargonidin
0.07mg
Peonidin
0.41mg
Catechin
1.52mg
Epigallocatechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
1.65mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.13mg
Hesperetin
0.8mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:25.86kcal
1.29%
Fat:0.13g
0.2%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.12%
Carbohydrates:6.52g
2.17%
Net Carbohydrates:5.52g
2.01%
Sugar:4.84g
5.37%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.93mg
0.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.57g
1.14%
Vitamin C:14.69mg
17.8%
Vitamin A:398.71IU
7.97%
Vitamin K:5.75µg
5.47%
Fiber:1g
4.01%
Potassium:106.43mg
3.04%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.21%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.13%
Folate:7.57µg
1.89%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.68%
Copper:0.03mg
1.62%
Magnesium:6.19mg
1.55%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.33%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.31%
Phosphorus:12.66mg
1.27%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.22%
Iron:0.21mg
1.18%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.15%
Source:My Recipes