Apricot Salsa
Tangy, spicy, and super delicious, this apricot salsa packs in the deliciousness of some of the season's finest ingredients. If you love salsas and dipping sauces, you've got to give this recipe a try.
It's a great fun twist to your classic tomato salsa and is also an amazing way to use up some of that fresh fruit.
Recently, I've been trying a lot of dips and sauces. My cowboy butter dipping sauce is fantastic when paired with meats, and my Thai dipping sauce has been a hit with dumplings and other Asian appetizers.
Inspired by them, I really wanted to experiment with something more versatile- a dip for some chips if you may. And what could be better than a nice salsa?
Quick Look: Apricot Salsa
- 🔪 Prep time: 10 minutes.
- ⏲️ Cook time: 0 minutes.
- 👪 Servings: 4.
- 📋 Main ingredients: Fresh apricots, jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, red onion, brown sugar.
- ♨️ Cooking method: Dice apricots and chop jalapeños, garlic and onion 🡢 add cilantro, lime juice and sugar 🡢 season with salt and pepper 🡢 mix and chill before serving.
- ⭐ Difficulty: Easy.
- 🥣 Serving ideas: Serve with tortilla chips or nachos, spoon over spicy shrimp tacos, or serve alongside grilled chicken, shrimp or fish.
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What's So Great About the Recipe?
- The simplicity of this recipe has my heart! It's a no-cook recipe with just some simple ingredients and comes together in just minutes- just like my mango habanero salsa.
- The apricots, lime, jalapenos, and cilantro all come together to make one healthy dip that packs in lots of nutrients.
Recipe Ingredients
Ripe Apricots: Use fresh and ripe apricots for the best flavor and texture.
Jalapenos: For that kick of heat. Use as much as your taste buds can tolerate.
Cilantro: For that beautiful freshness and pop of color.
Lime Juice: To lend the salsa that delicious tanginess, and to tie all the flavors together.
Garlic: For that bit of pungent deliciousness. Use fresh minced garlic for best results, or air fried roasted garlic for that smoky flavor.
Red Onion: To lend a bit of crunch and some extra flavor and body to the salsa.
Brown Sugar: To tone down everything with just a teeny bit of sweetness. Use white sugar if you don't have brown sugar.
Salt and pepper: To season! Use jalapeno infused salt or citrus salt for a bolder flavor.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Give this fresh apricot salsa a unique twist by teaming it up with another fresh fruit of your choice. Mangoes and pineapples are great here, but of course, you can always stick to the classic tomato too!
- Add some fresh mint leaves or dried mint to lend the salsa a refreshing twist.
- Swap the lime juice in the recipe for lemon juice if you want a bolder citrusy flavor. I do this sometimes when I make my raspberry salsa.
How to Make Apricot Salsa
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the diced apricots, chopped jalapeño, minced garlic, red onion and sugar.
Step 2: Chop the cilantro and add it to the salsa. Squeeze some lime juice too.
Step 3: Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper
Step 4: Gently mix all the ingredients until they are well combined
💭Top Tip
The key to a delicious apricot salsa is using ripe apricots. They should be sweet and juicy, but not too soft or mushy.
Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
- For this recipe, you'll need to peel the apricots before you chop them up. To do this easily, first blanch them in boiling water for about 30 seconds, then transfer them to an ice water bath. This should make the skins should come off easily.
- Once peeled, remove the core and dice the apricots into small, even pieces. Smaller pieces equal better texture, but of course, you can make the chunks larger if you want the salsa to have a bit of a bite.
- I would recommend letting the salsa chill for a few minutes in the refrigerator before you serve. This will help all the flavors develop nicely. I always do this when I make Parmesan cheese salsa too.
- To bring a different flavor into the mix, use fresh orange juice instead of lime juice.
- For natural sweetness, swap the brown sugar with some honey. Use jalapeno honey or habanero hot honey for a spicy kick.
How to Serve Apricot Salsa
The sweetness of the apricot in this salsa makes it a great teammate to lots of savory dishes, adding lending that nice burst of flavor and freshness. Of course, you can always serve this sweet and spicy salsa with a bag of tortilla chips or nachos.
My favorite way to enjoy this salsa is to spoon it over my tacos or some spicy baked potatoes. It's either this or my garlic habanero hot sauce. This fruity salsa also works wonderfully with grilled chicken, shrimp, or fish when served as a side.
Troubleshooting & FAQs
I wouldn't recommend using dried apricots, as they lack the juiciness and fruitiness you'll need in the salsa.
The salsa packs in jalapenos which can make it spicy. To tone it down, de-seed the jalapenos before you chop them up.
If you have any leftovers, move them to a clean glass container and refrigerate them immediately. The salsa should stay good for up to 5 days, but I would highly recommend finishing it up within 3-4 days.
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Apricot Salsa
Ingredients
- 4-5 apricots
- 1-2 jalapenos
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cilantro
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 red onion
- 2-3 garlic
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced apricots, chopped jalapeño, minced garlic, red onion and sugar.
- Chop the cilantro and add it to the salsa. Squeeze some lime juice too.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- Gently mix all the ingredients until they are well combined
