Fresh Ontario Strawberry Salsa

Sweet, Fresh, and Bursting with Summer Flavour
Nothing says summer quite like fresh local strawberries. When strawberries are at their peak, they're naturally sweet, juicy, and packed with flavour—making them the perfect ingredient for more than just desserts.

This Fresh Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa combines sweet strawberries with zesty lime, crisp red onion, fresh cilantro, and a touch of jalapeño heat for a refreshing twist on traditional salsa. It's colourful, nutritious, and incredibly versatile.
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​Serve it with whole-grain tortilla chips, spoon it over grilled chicken or fish, top your tacos, or add it to your next backyard barbecue spread. However you enjoy it, this salsa is guaranteed to become a seasonal favourite.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Perfect for strawberry season
• Quick and easy to prepare
• Naturally gluten-free
• Low in calories and packed with flavour
• Great as a snack, appetizer, or topping
• A beautiful addition to summer gatherings

Makes: 6 servings
Ingredients

• 1 pint (300 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• ¼ cup red onion, finely minced
• Juice of 1 lime
• ½ cup fresh cilantro, loosely packed and minced (or to taste)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
Wash and hull the strawberries before dicing them into small pieces.
Seed and finely mince the jalapeño and red onion. Chop the cilantro.

Step 2: Combine
In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Gently toss until everything is evenly mixed.

Step 3: Season
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Stir again and let the salsa rest for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavours to blend together.

Step 4: Serve
Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour before serving.
Enjoy with tortilla chips, grilled chicken, fish, shrimp, tacos, salads, or as a fresh topping for burgers and wraps.

Nutrition Benefits: Strawberries are packed with vitamin C, antioxidants, and fibre, making them a nutritious addition to your summer menu. Combined with fresh herbs and vegetables, this salsa delivers plenty of flavour while keeping calories low.

The natural sweetness of strawberries pairs perfectly with the subtle heat of jalapeño, creating a delicious balance of sweet, savoury, and spicy flavours.

FPF Tip: Looking for a high-protein summer meal? Spoon this strawberry salsa over grilled chicken breast, salmon, or shrimp and serve with a side of quinoa or rice for a balanced meal that fuels both performance and recovery.

Prep Time:15 minutes
Chill Time:10–15 minutes (optional)
Total Time:15–30 minutes