strawberry salsa

It is strawberry fever season. As I’m washing dishes, I’m daydreaming … of strawberries. That’s a no brainer.  What else would you day dream about when washing dishes.  Thinking, what else can I make with this glorious berry?

SALSA!

There are peaches on the counter begging to be used and salsa or chutney came to mind as a means to their fruity end.  Giving salsa a summer makeover with this recipe.  Use on vegetable stuffed grilled chicken breast or  fish and not just a side with chips.

Strawberry salsa

makes approx 3 cups

• 1 handful of strawberries, hulled and coarsely chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
• a smidge of cilantro (some folks love it…some hate it)…use mint, parsley or basil as an alternative
• 1 small clove of garlic, finely chopped
• splash of  CA Olive Ranch olive oil
• dash of salt
• a few swipes of lime zest and a squeeze of juice…or orange
• optional: peaches, avocado, beans… black beans make this even more beautiful

Make this to your taste… this is just my very general outline.  Use what is growing in your space.  To be honest, I have lots of garlic coming up and used diced garlic ramps instead of garlic.

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