16 Summer Salsa Recipes That Will Make Your Entire Meal
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Summer is the time for fresh, flavorful salsas to shine with all of the fresh produce coming in from the garden. Salsa can be made with so many different flavorful and colorful combinations of fruits and vegetables that you will never get bored with them all. Salsa is not just for dipping your tortilla chips in either, you can use it as a topping for grilled meats, salads, or even as a condiment for sandwiches and wraps. Here are 16 different salsa recipes that you need to try before summer’s end.
1. 5-Ingredient Pear Pomegranate Salsa
If you are looking for a unique, flavorful salsa that everyone will love, you need to try this 5-ingredient pear pomegranate salsa. This salsa is sweet and savory and it pairs perfectly with salty tortilla chips.
2. Restaurant Salsa
If you love the red salsa you get in a Mexican restaurant, then this restaurant salsa is the one you want to try. It’s fresh, easy to make, and rivals even the best of Mexican restaurant salsas. Enjoy this with corn chips for an authentic salsa experience.
3. Apple Salsa
Apples aren’t typically used this way, but they sure should be. This apple salsa is absolutely delicious and tastes especially good with corn chips. It can also be used as a garnish for chicken or pork.
4. Corn Salsa
Corn salsa is especially good stuff. It’s great for parties, potlucks, picnics and barbecues. It will never go to waste. It can be used as a side dish as well and makes a great garnish for grilled meats and fish.
5. Strawberry Salsa
Strawberry salsa is fresh, sweet, and spicy. It’s a perfect blend of sweet and savory and can be served as a dip for corn chips or with chicken or pork. This would even be delicious served over salmon.
6. Pineapple Salsa
Pineapple salsa is a refreshing summer condiment that is sure to please anyone who tries it. Corn chips are excellent here, but this also tastes amazing smothering grilled chicken, pork, or salmon.
7. Watermelon Salsa
Nothing is quite as refreshing and hydrating as watermelon in summer. But it becomes something else altogether when you turn it into salsa. Watermelon may be one of summer’s most underappreciated ingredients for use in other recipes. Recipes like this delicious watermelon salsa. Try it for yourself to see.
8. Salsa Verde
Salsa verde lovers will always prefer fresh, homemade salsa verde over the store-bought stuff each and every time. This delicious condiment is great in quesadillas and with corn chips. It’s wonderful cooked with chicken in a slow cooker and shredded for tacos and burritos.
9. Blueberry Mango Salsa
Blueberry mango salsa is a fresh and juicy option that pairs well with corn chips, tacos, quesadillas, and more. It works wonders for chicken or salmon, grilled or baked. Spoon it on generously after cooking the meat, then sit back and enjoy.
10. Cilantro Salsa Recipe (Pico De Gallo)
Cilantro salsa (or pico de Gallo) is a classic salsa served in most Mexican restaurants. But the homemade version is always a thousand times better than anything you can get in a restaurant, and this delicious recipe is proof. It’s fresh, the spice level is completely adjustable, and this will go well with anything from corn chips to meats, tacos, and burritos.
11. Black Bean And Corn Salsa
This hearty black bean and corn salsa is a great dish to serve at barbecues, potlucks, and any other type of summer get-together. It’s a crowd-pleaser that can be served as a tasty side dish or as a taco or burrito filling.
12. Spicy Peach Salsa
This spicy peach salsa is a fantastic option for a grilled pork garnish. It’s great with chips, but it truly shines as a meat garnish. But no matter how you serve it, you should definitely make sure you get some for yourself. Don’t let your guests eat it all.
13. Salsa Brava
This Spanish salsa brava isn’t like other salsas. It’s used as a sauce and is usually served over roasted potatoes. It’s quite popular in Spain and can be ordered in most restaurants in the country. But of course, homemade is always best. So give this smokey salsa a try next time you want to serve potatoes.
14. Cherry Tomato Salsa
If you want a sweet and delicious salsa, this cherry tomato salsa should do just fine. It’s a wonderful salsa that can be used for many different dishes or served simply with some corn chips.
15. Peach Habanero Salsa
This peach habanero salsa is another wonderful option for grilled pork or chicken. As with many of the other salsas here, it’s also a great option for tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. It’s fresh and spicy and can even be served as a delicious side dish.
16. Salsa Roja
This salsa roja recipe is made quickly in a blender. In less than ten minutes, you’ll have a delicious, blended salsa that can be used for a sauce as much as a salsa. Use this on enchiladas, tacos, and even nachos.
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