A Surprising Summer Salsa You’ll Adore
Strawberries and tomatoes… together? I know what you’re thinking, but trust me on this one. The moment you take your first bite of this vibrant, fresh summer salsa, you’ll understand. It’s a delightful dance of sweet and savory, with a hint of fresh mint and basil that makes it utterly irresistible. While it’s a showstopper on its own, it truly elevates a Grilled Steak with Chimichurri. I also adore setting it out with a platter of crunchy dippers like bell pepper strips, celery sticks, pork rinds, or low-carb crackers. And leftovers? They’re a dream tossed into salads or spooned over a breakfast bowl.
Ingredients
• 1 medium English cucumber, diced / about 2 cups / 300g
• 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced / about 1 cup / 150g
• 1 pound / 450g strawberries, hulled and diced / about 2 cups
• ½ cup / 75g diced red onions
• 10 fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 5 fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon / 15ml fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon / 15ml balsamic vinegar
• Pinch of sea salt
• Pinch of ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Directions
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomato, strawberries, red onion, mint, basil, lime juice, and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper, then toss gently until everything is well mixed.
3. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition & Details
• MAKES: about 6 cups (¼ cup per serving)
• PREP TIME: 15 minutes, plus 1 hour to chill
• CALORIES: 9
• FAT: 0.1g
• PROTEIN: 0.3g
• TOTAL CARBS: 1.9g
• FIBER: 0.5g
• NET CARBS: 1.5g
Pro Tips
• To prevent a watery salsa, be sure to seed your tomato. Simply slice it in half and use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds and pulp before dicing.
• For a creamy, salty kick, crumble some feta cheese into the salsa just before serving. This is a fantastic option if you’re not avoiding dairy.
• Don’t skip the chill time! Allowing the salsa to rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour is crucial for the sweet and savory flavors to fully develop and meld together.
FAQ
Q: Can I make this strawberry tomato salsa ahead of time
A: Absolutely. This salsa is best when made at least one hour in advance. This chilling time is crucial for the sweet and savory flavors to fully develop and meld together.
Q: What can I serve with this summer salsa
A: This salsa is incredibly versatile. It’s a perfect topping for grilled steak with chimichurri and also works great as a dip with bell pepper strips, celery sticks, pork rinds, or low-carb crackers.
Q: How do I keep my salsa from getting watery
A: The key to preventing a watery salsa is to seed the tomato before dicing it. Simply slice the tomato in half and use a small spoon to scoop out the inner seeds and pulp.
Q: Is this salsa spicy
A: No, this salsa recipe is not spicy. It has a fresh, sweet, and savory flavor profile from the fruit, herbs, and balsamic vinegar. If you prefer some heat, you could add finely diced jalapeño.
