Nutrients per serving
- (2 tbsp/25 mL)
- Protein: trace
- Fat: 1.0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 1.5 grams
- Calories: 16
Peaches
Peach Salsa
Salsas, or uncooked sauces are fresh tasting when made with fruit and vegetables picked at their peak. Judge desired amount of hot peppers depending on the degree of heat you like. Serve this low-fat, nutrient-rich salsa with simply grilled fish, pork steaks, skinless chicken pieces or burgers.
Preparation Time:
15 Minutes
Cooking Time: Not Available
Marinating Time: 1 hour to 2 days
Servings: Makes 2 cups (500 mL)
Cooking Time: Not Available
Marinating Time: 1 hour to 2 days
Servings: Makes 2 cups (500 mL)
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe Ontario Peaches
- Half Ontario Sweet Red Pepper, diced
- 4 Ontario Green Onions, sliced
- 1 to 2 samll hot Ontario peppers, diced
- 3 tbsp (50 mL) chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
- 1 clove Ontario Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) grated fresh ginger root
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
To make peeling easier, blanch peaches in boiling water 30 to 60 seconds, then transfer to cold water for 1 minute. Peel, pit and dice peaches.
In bowl, combine peaches, red pepper, green onions, hot peppers, parsley, lime juice, oil, garlic and ginger. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 2 days. Serve cool or at room temperature rather than ice cold.
