Spicy Peach Salsa
This spicy peach salsa is a fresh, vibrant mix of ripe peaches, jalapeños, red onion, coriander, ginger, and lemon juice. Sweet, zesty, and fiery all at once, it’s the perfect summer dip. Enjoy it chunky or smooth, and serve with tortilla chips, tacos or burgers. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and refreshing, this salsa is summer in a bowl.
Servings: 4 people
Equipment
- Sharp knife & cutting board
- Grater (for ginger)
- Large mixing bowl
- Food processor (optional, for smoother salsa)
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Jar or airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 3 ripe peaches washed and diced
- ½ red onion finely diced
- 1 jalapeño I used jarred red jalapeñosbut you can use fresh for sharper heat, roughly chopped
- 1 lemon squeezed
- 1 cm fresh ginger grated
- 1 tbsp fresh coriander chopped
Instructions
Bowl Method (Chunky Salsa)
- Wash and dice peaches and onion.
- Chop jalapeño and coriander.
- Combine everything in a bowl, grate in ginger, add lemon juice and salt.
- Mix well (or pulse in a food processor for smoother salsa).
- Chill, then serve with chips, tacos, or burgers. Enjoy!
Food Processor Method (Smoother Salsa)
- Add peaches, onion, jalapeño, coriander, lemon juice, and grated ginger into a food processor.
- Pulse a few times until you reach your desired texture (chunky or smooth).
- Taste and adjust with more lemon juice, jalapeño, or ginger if needed.
- Transfer to a jar, cover, and refrigerate. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Jarred vs fresh jalapeños: I used jarred red jalapeños for smoky, tangy heat. Fresh green jalapeños give a brighter, sharper flavour.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge. Best enjoyed fresh but will last up to 5–7 days.
- Texture: For a chunkier salsa, stick to the bowl method. For a smoother dip, use the food processor.
- Make it yours: Add more ginger for warmth, extra jalapeño for a spicy kick, or swap lemon for lime for a zesty twist.