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Use-It-Up Fruit Salsa

March 20, 2019 by SabCurrie 24 Comments

Does your fruit dish ever end up looking like this? I’ve been working hard at having less waste-even working towards zero waste. We have a ways to go yet but this fresh Use It Up Fruit Salsa recipe is a great start towards a zero waste kitchen.

Excess Overripe Fruit Is Perfect For Fruit Salsa
Excess Overripe Fruit Is Perfect For Fruit Salsa

Sometimes the week gets away from you and I don’t get around to cutting up and using up all the fruit I bought with good intentions at the beginning of the week. Some fruits are easier to use up than others like that mushy banana at the bottom of the pile which will make our smoothie extra sweet tomorrow or go in the freezer for future muffins but other fruits can be a bit harder to use up short of eating fruit for all three meals one day.

Easy Quick And Healthy Fruit Salsa Recipe
Easy Quick And Healthy Fruit Salsa Recipe

I arrived home from work the other day knowing I needed to get to cutting up and using this fruit but I was tired and it was hard to get moving. I reminded myself I didn’t have time to sit down so I cranked up the REM (who doesn’t love some good tunes?!) got up and pretty quickly realized what I craved for dinner. (I know that music, wearing my runners in the house and having a coffee all help me break the lazy cycle and get moving!)

Easy Healthy Fruit Salsa Topped Grilled Chicken
Easy Healthy Fruit Salsa Topped Grilled Chicken

Simple grilled chicken and fruit salsa-easy, healthy and family friendly, this is a dinner that you can totally customize to what needs using up. Spoon it over any type of plain grilled or baked fish, chicken or sliced flank steak, scoop it up with tortilla chips or roll it up in a tortilla with your grilled meat or even use it as your side salad!

Grilled Chicken And Fruit Salsa
Grilled Chicken And Fruit Salsa

The fruit is easily interchangeable-use oranges, melons, peaches or even strawberries, kiwis and grapes, whatever needs using up. (Looking for a more classic salsa? This one is my favourite and if you want a really unique salsa, try my Rhubarb Salsa, great with tortilla chips or grilled pork chops) As for herbs, I strongly favor cilantro for a Mexican flavored salsa but again, use what you have- mint and parsley are especially good as is fennel or basil for a different flavor profile.

Fruit Salsa Recipe Using Ripe Fruit On Grilled Chicken And Coconut Rice
Fruit Salsa Recipe Using Ripe Fruit On Grilled Chicken And Coconut Rice
Mango And Melon Salsa And Chips
Mango And Melon Salsa And Chips
Quick Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe-Fuit Salsa Over Chicken Or Fish

Fruit Salsa

A super simple and super versatile fruit salsa recipe designed to use up what fruit you have on hand.  Lime juice is classic but depending what you have you could use lemon or even a light wine vinegar and instead of cilantro, you can use mint, parsley, basil, fennel or any other soft herb you have handy. 
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Course: Condiment, Dinner, Dip, Dressing, Fruit, Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: canadian
Keyword: Fruit, Salsa
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Sabrina Currie

Ingredients

  • 1/4 c Red Onion, Small Dice
  • 1 1/2 c Mango Or Other Firm Fruit, Small Dice Use multiple kinds of fruit if you like
  • 1/2-1 Jalapeno, Very Fine Dice
  • 1/4 c Cilantro, Finely Sliced (1/4 c packed)
  • 1/2-1 Lime, Juiced
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl and let sit about 1/2 hr.  Season to taste with salt and lime juice and serve.
    Easy Use It Up Fruit Salsa Recipe
  • Delicious served over fish or chicken, in fish tacos, over tuna poke or with tortilla chips.
    Fruit Salsa Recipe Using Ripe Fruit On Grilled Chicken And Coconut Rice
  • *Get creative with the fruit-any combination of mango, melons, oranges, strawberries, grapes, or switch 1/2 fruit for avocado. Use up what needs using in your kitchen.
    Easy Healthy Fruit Salsa Topped Grilled Chicken
Quick Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe-Fuit Salsa Over Chicken Or Fish
Quick Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe-Fuit Salsa Over Chicken Or Fish
Zero Waste Fruit Salsa Recipe
Zero Waste Fruit Salsa Recipe

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Comments

  1. Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli

    March 25, 2019 at 12:38 pm

    5 stars
    That is a great idea! Who doesn’t have fruit that needs to be used up before it’s too late? It makes for a delicious salsa, I’m sure! Even on fish , or just simply with corn tortillas as in your picture. Yum! P.s. Love the kitty in your picture! 😉

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 26, 2019 at 9:03 am

      Thanks for your kind comments Nicoletta! Had to let Theodore have his moment lol.

      Reply
  2. Jo Vanderwolf

    March 25, 2019 at 1:27 pm

    5 stars
    I absolutely love how bright your fruit salsa makes this dish! Beautiful! I can only imagine how wonderful it tastes.

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 26, 2019 at 9:04 am

      Thank you so much Jo! I hope you get a chance to try it, such an easy way to dress up a plain dinner 🙂

      Reply
  3. Colleen

    March 25, 2019 at 2:30 pm

    5 stars
    Mmm fruit makes a delicious salsa, and I bet this would be amazing on salmon, too!

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 26, 2019 at 9:05 am

      Yes, that’s a great idea Colleen! Thank you for your kind comments, bob appetit!

      Reply
  4. Elaine

    March 25, 2019 at 3:15 pm

    5 stars
    You’ve just reminded me of a mango that needs to be eaten!! Mango salsa–next on my list. Thanks!

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 26, 2019 at 9:26 am

      You’re welcome Elaine! Thanks for you kind word! Enjoy 🙂

      Reply
  5. [email protected]

    March 26, 2019 at 2:14 pm

    5 stars
    Sabrina, I’m a HUGE fan of fruit in savoury dishes, and I love using up odds and ends (we always call them ‘kitchen sink meals’), so I’m doubly-pleased with this amazing salsa. Limes juice is definitely the perfect addition too – it rounds out mango and plays against the jalapeno so nicely. Great stuff!

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 28, 2019 at 6:52 am

      Thanks Sean! Totally a kitchen sink recipe but dressed up 🙂

      Reply
  6. Leanne | Crumb Top Baking

    March 26, 2019 at 6:39 pm

    5 stars
    I always have over ripe fruit in my kitchen and this would be the perfect way to use it up! This would be a light and refreshing addition to so many meals, but I’m especially thinking about summer grilling season – chicken, fish and even burgers!

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 28, 2019 at 6:51 am

      Thanks Leanne, I agree, a perfect companion for grilling season! Thanks for the comment and enjoy 😊

      Reply
  7. Meg

    March 27, 2019 at 1:57 am

    5 stars
    This looks amazing! Beautiful colours and flavours.

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 28, 2019 at 6:53 am

      Thank you Meg! I hope you enjoy 😊

      Reply
  8. [email protected]

    March 28, 2019 at 6:21 am

    5 stars
    After reading your post for Easy and Healthy Fruit Salsa, I am craving a chicken burger or chicken salad with some of this fresh salsa on the side. I love the idea of using fennel – I had not thought of that! It would be so good on fish! Thank you for the inspiration, Sabrina! 🙂

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 28, 2019 at 6:49 am

      Thank you for your kind comments 🙂 on a chicken burger is a great idea, I love it!

      Reply
  9. Philip - Chef Sous Chef

    March 28, 2019 at 11:28 am

    5 stars
    I find we can all be a little too comfortable with wasting food, especially when it looks spoiled. Recipes like this really help for inspiration in using what’s left in the fridge, or what’s about to go bad. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 28, 2019 at 12:28 pm

      Thanks Phil! I totally agree and that’s for sure one of the points of this recipe. Thanks for the kind comment, enjoy 🥭

      Reply
  10. Alisa Infanti

    March 28, 2019 at 1:02 pm

    5 stars
    This salsa looks amazing and simple to make. I never think about having anything but tomato based salsa but that bowl of chips with this fruit salsa looks amazing!

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 29, 2019 at 12:44 pm

      Thanks Alisa! Once you start adding fruit to your salsa, the sky’s the limit on flavours. I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  11. Kristen

    March 29, 2019 at 6:30 am

    5 stars
    This is fantastic Sabrina – I’m a huge fan of fruit salsas. They are great on so many dishes and as an accompaniment to so many more. Such a great way to use up some of that fruit!

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      March 29, 2019 at 12:42 pm

      Thanks Kristen! And yes, a great way to use the ripe fruit, enjoy!

      Reply
  12. Kim - The Puffy Biscuit

    April 5, 2019 at 4:23 am

    5 stars
    I love it when something simple like using up some forgotten fruit or veggies turns into something delicious. This is so versatile and easily adapts to whatever you are cooking!

    Reply
    • SabCurrie

      April 5, 2019 at 6:38 am

      Right?! I totally agree and have been making a bigger effort this year to reduce food waste which is what inspired this recipe. Thanks for your kind words Kim, have a great day 🙂

      Reply

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