This fresh peach salsa is the best and easy-to-make homemade appetizer recipe that is sweet and spicy and can be prepared in less than 15 minutes.
If you love peach recipes, try our fresh peach fritters, delicious peach and cream, decadent peach pie, and the popular peach upside-down cake recipes. For more Mexican recipes, check out our 5-minute guacamole, popular enchilada burrito, 10-minute best mango salsa, and more easy Mexican recipes.
Why you'll love this recipe
- The combination of ingredients used in this salsa is delicious and refreshing and complements various foods.
- You can serve this simple peach salsa recipe as a snack, salad, appetizer, dip with tortilla chips, or a topping for fish, pork, chicken, or your favorite burgers.
- Peach salsa is less acidic than the regular tomato salsa.
- Low in calories and fat can be considered a healthy substitute for tomato ketchup or mayonnaise.
- This salsa is also perfect for summer BBQ parties, potlucks, picnics, or cookouts.
Ingredients
Peaches: Fresh, sweet, and juicy peaches that have a soft texture ate perfect for making the salsa. Even the canned peaches can be used.
Onions: Add red onions for the color, sharp and tangy flavor.
Bell pepper: Bell pepper or capsicum of any desired color for additional crunch and taste.
Jalapeno: Adds heat to the salsa. You can adjust the heat by reducing the amount or by removing the seeds.
Cilantro: To give an authentic Mexican flavor and make it refreshing, fresh herb cilantro is added to peach salsa.
Ginger: Warm and spicy flavor that complements the other ingredients.
Lemon juice: Adds acidity and balances out the sweetness. You can use lemon or lime juice.
Sugar: A little sugar will enhance the natural sweetness of the peaches.
Salt: Enhance the flavor of overall salsa and balance the sweetness.
Seasoning: Black pepper powder and red flakes are all that I used for the heat.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Variations
Mango peach salsa: Add one sweet and ripe chopped fresh mango and other ingredients to make peach mango salsa.
Grilled peach salsa: If you like the smoky flavor, then you should definitely try this version for your summer BBQ parties. You need peaches halved and pitted. Brush the halved peaches with olive oil, and grill them cut-side down for about 3-5 minutes or until they are charred and tender. Once cooled, chop and combine with other ingredients.
Peach pineapple salsa: Combine one cup of fresh and sweet diced pineapple with the remaining ingredients to make peach pineapple salsa. You can also grill the pineapples along with peaches if desired.
Peach avocado salsa: If you love making your salsa creamy, add one diced avocado to the recipe.
Peach tomato salsa: You can add heirloom or cherry tomatoes to the recipe, as they are in season now!
To make your salsa protein-packed and healthier, add 1 cup of cooked black beans.
Step by Step instructions
- Add peaches, onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, cilantro, ginger, lemon juice, and sugar, and stir well in a large bowl.
- Next, add salt to taste and season with black pepper powder and red pepper flakes.
- Keep it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour or until you are ready to serve
- Serve it with chips, top it on tacos, baked/grilled fish or meat, or even serve it as a side with your favorite Mexican dish. Check out our interesting Mexican recipes.
Pro Tips
- You can mix and serve the salsa immediately, but I highly recommend keeping it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving so that the flavors get to meld together.
- Fresh salsa will not freeze well, and I would not recommend it.
- This salsa recipe is very flexible. You adjust all the ingredients to taste. If you want it sweeter, add more peaches. Add more jalapenos or a dash of chile powder if you like it spicy. For a milder version, skip black pepper powder and pepper flakes.
- Red onions add a sharp flavor. You can add white or yellow instead.
- I have not peeled the peaches; we love it this way. You can peel them if needed.
Recipe FAQs
Easy and simple peach salsa is made with fresh peaches, jalapenos, red onions, lemon or lime juice, and cilantro as the main ingredients.
Peach salsa is a versatile condiment that can be paired with a variety of dishes. You can eat with any of these. Let us know your favorite.
1. Peach salsa makes a delicious dip for tortilla chips, pita chips, and crackers.
2. If you want a quick appetizer, make a crostini. Spread a spoonful of salsa on a toasted baguette slice and enjoy.
3. Add this salsa with grilled fish or chicken. This makes a complete and colorful summer meal.
4. Make a colorful meal with an extra burst of flavor by adding a spoonful of salsa to your favorite tacos, enchilada burritos, cilantro lime rice, or quesadillas.
5. You can serve this with grilled or roasted pork tenderloin
6. One of the best accompaniments for drinks like mojito, margarita.
7. Scoop on top of your favorite burgers along with guacamole.
Homemade salsa can be stored in an airtight conatiner in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Like any other salsa, this will become watery as it sits.
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Recipe card
Peach Salsa (Easy and Spicy)
Equipment
- Bowl
Ingredients
- 3 medium Peaches chopped
- ½ medium Red Onion chopped
- 1 medium Bell pepper or Capsicum, chopped
- 1 medium Jalapeno chopped
- 3 to 4 tablespoon Cilantro or Coriander leaves, chopped
- ½ teaspoon Ginger grated
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice or Lime juice
- ½ teaspoon Sugar
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper powder to taste (optional)
- Red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Add peaches, onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, cilantro, ginger, lemon juice, and sugar, and stir well in a large bowl.3 medium Peaches, ½ medium Red Onion, 1 medium Bell pepper, 1 medium Jalapeno, 3 to 4 tablespoon Cilantro, ½ teaspoon Ginger, 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, ½ teaspoon Sugar
- Next, add salt to taste and season with black pepper powder and red pepper flakes.Salt, Black pepper powder, Red pepper flakes
- Keep it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour or until you are ready to serve
- Serve it with chips, top it on tacos, baked/grilled fish or meat, or even serve it as a side with your favorite Mexican dish. Check out our interesting Mexican recipes.
Notes
- You can mix and serve the salsa immediately, but I highly recommend keeping it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving so that the flavors get to meld together.
- Fresh salsa will not freeze well, and I would not recommend it.
- This salsa recipe is very flexible. You adjust all the ingredients to taste. If you want it sweeter, add more peaches. Add more jalapenos or a dash of chile powder if you like it spicy. For a milder version, skip black pepper powder and pepper flakes.
- Red onions add a sharp flavor. You can add white or yellow instead.
- I have not peeled the peaches; we love it this way. You can peel them if needed.
Ruthie Ridley
This salsa looks like a dream! I must try!!
Denay DeGuzman
Ahhh...this beautiful Mexican recipe looks fantastic! I can hardly wait to try it this weekend.
patricia - Grab a Plate
This looks amazing! There's nothing better than summer peaches, and I love the added jalapeno!
Diana Tidswell
Wow, this is so delicious and looks so easy to prepare. I will definitely try to make this at home, thanks for sharing!
Rosemary
Simple and refreshing! What a great recipe. Thanks.