Salsa is great, no doubt about it. But if you are looking for something a little lighter, refreshing and different than the same old same old … then maybe a fruit salsa is what you are looking for.
Plus it doesn’t hurt that it’s full of healthy fruit and is utterly addictive!
This salsa tastes the best when the freshest and ripest fruit is used, making it a summer thing. So be sure to pick the ripest fruit you can find. No sloppy soft apples please!
The beauty of this salsa is its versatility. It can also be used as a condiment on top of swordfish, Mexican food, chicken, chops or steak. But what makes people really moan and groan is serving it with homemade cinnamon chips!
HOW TO MAKE FRUIT SALSA:
- Dice all the fruit into very small dices (we used apple, strawberries, mango, kiwi and raspberries) and sprinkle with some sugar. The sugar will release the juices from the fruit and help soften them and also create more liquid.
- Add fruit preserves and refrigerate until ready to serve.
HOW TO MAKE THE CINNAMON CHIPS:
- Brush melted butter onto both sides of tortilla.
- Sprinkle with sugar mixture on both sides.
- Cut tortilla into triangles using a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
- Place on baking sheet and bake for 3-4 minutes, flip chips and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Chips – Frequently Asked Questions:
Can you freeze fruit salsa?
Yes, you can freeze fruit salsa. Cover it in an air tight container and place in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
What can I eat with mango salsa?
The spiciness of Mexican food makes a fruit salsa a perfect match! Top your Mexican Salads, tacos or burrito bowls with this light and refreshing taste. It also goes fabulous with spicy Cajun chicken or salmon. Another favorite pairing is anything that has cilantro or lime in it. It also pairs well with grilled steak, pork, poultry and shrimp and fish.
How long does mango salsa last in the fridge?
3 days
Can I prepare it ahead of time?
Yes! As a matter of fact you SHOULD prepare it hours ahead of time, or even that morning to help the flavors infuse and get ice cold.
SIMPLE Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 cups 1x
Ingredients
SALSA:
- 2 Granny Smith apples
- 2–3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 large mango, diced finely
- 1 cup strawberries, diced finely
- 2 kiwi, peeled and diced finely
- ½ cup raspberries, cut in half or quarters depending on size
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- ¼ cup Apricot Preserves
- Mint for garnish, optional
CINNAMON CHIPS:
- 5 flour tortillas
- 1 stick (½ cup) butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
FOR THE FRUIT SALSA:
- Dice the apples into small pieces and add to large bowl, squeeze juice from lemon over apples and stir to combine.
- Finely chop remaining fruit and add to bowl. Sprinkle the sugar on top and refrigerate for 1 hour to soften.
- Add the preserves and mix well and refrigerate until serving.
FOR THE CINNAMON CHIPS:
- Preheat the oven to 400° F.
- Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Combine sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
- Melt butter in microwave about 30 seconds, stir until completely melted.
- Brush butter onto both sides of tortilla.
- Sprinkle with sugar mixture on both sides.
- Cut tortilla into triangles using a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
- Place on baking sheet and bake for 3-4 minutes, flip chips and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
5 Comments
Joy Becker
June 22, 2020 at 7:03 pmMy only problem with this was it went so fast and I didnt have any more ripe kiwis. I highly recommend you make this. Its really good but you HAVE TO make the cinnamon chips.
panda
January 17, 2023 at 8:42 amThis recipe was delicious! I am planning on bringing it to my family’s Christmas for an appetizer:) Make sure to leave plenty of time for chopping up the fruit!
jessica
January 17, 2023 at 8:42 amI tried it! It came out
Little Rhody
May 27, 2023 at 10:49 amIs there no spices or jalapeños in fruit salsa?
simplepartyfood
June 27, 2023 at 11:23 amNo