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Fresh Strawberry Salsa Recipe: Easy Sweet Salsa with Chips

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Strawberry salsa features fresh strawberries, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice for a sweet-savory fruit salsa. Served with homemade cinnamon sugar chips for the perfect summer appetizer!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 3 cups salsa + 4 dozen chips (serves 8-10) 1x

Ingredients

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For the Strawberry Salsa:

  • 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and diced (about 3-4 cups)
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from 2-3 limes)
  • 1-2 tablespoons honey (optional, adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • Optional: zest of 1 lime

For the Cinnamon Sugar Chips:

  • 6-8 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted (or use cooking spray)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

For the Strawberry Salsa:

  1. Prepare Strawberries: Hull and dice strawberries into small, uniform pieces (about ¼-½ inch dice). Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add Vegetables and Herbs: Add finely diced jalapeño (seeds removed for less heat), diced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro to the strawberries.
  3. Add Lime and Seasonings: Pour fresh lime juice over the mixture. Add honey (if using), salt, and lime zest if desired. Stir gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Let Flavors Meld: Let salsa sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld, or refrigerate until ready to serve. Stir before serving.

For the Cinnamon Sugar Chips:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon together thoroughly.
  3. Brush Tortillas: Brush one side of each tortilla lightly with melted butter (or spray with cooking spray).
  4. Add Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the buttered side of tortillas.
  5. Cut into Triangles: Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut each tortilla into 6-8 triangular wedges.
  6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place triangles in a single layer on prepared baking sheets, cinnamon-sugar side up.
  7. Bake: Bake for 8-12 minutes until chips are golden and crispy, watching carefully in the last few minutes to prevent burning. They’ll continue crisping as they cool.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let chips cool completely on baking sheet (they’ll crisp up more as they cool). Serve alongside strawberry salsa.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm strawberries for best texture—avoid mushy berries.
  • Remove jalapeño seeds for mild salsa; include some for more heat.
  • Salsa is best served within 4-6 hours of making for freshest flavor.
  • Chips can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container.
  • For vegan version, use agave instead of honey and vegan butter for chips.
  • Salsa releases liquid as it sits—drain excess liquid before serving if needed.

  • Author: Samantha Nelson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ½ cup salsa + 6 chips
  • Calories: 165
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 125mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 12mg