Recipes

Pear Salsa

Fresh, vibrant, and packed with bright flavors, this Pear Salsa is a refreshing twist on traditional salsa. Sweet Bartlett pears balance beautifully with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty lime juice, creating a light and versatile dish. Whether served with tortilla chips, paired with grilled fish, or spooned over grain bowls, this salsa brings a perfect mix of sweetness and heat to any meal.

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Ingredients

2 cups finely diced Bartlett pear (approx. 1 ½ pears)
2 cups diced, deseeded tomato
2 tablespoons lime juice (juice of 2 large limes)
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped, deseeded jalapeño
½ cup finely diced red onion
1 cup chopped cucumber (approx. ½ English cucumber)
½ cup chopped cilantro
3 medium cloves garlic, pressed
3 tablespoons olive oil
Fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

Dice all ingredients as finely as possible, ensuring the pear and cucumber are cut to a similar size and the onion and jalapeño are diced smaller.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the garlic, lime juice, and salt.
Add the remaining ingredients and stir well.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld.