Fresh, Fun, Summer Salsas from Chef Vicky

Salsas are great introductions to a meal as well as the flavor and color “pop” for a main dish. You don’t even need to turn on your stove – a big plus for summer-time recipes. 

Peach Pomegranate Salsa Recipe

THIS IS A QUICK AND EASY RECIPE. NOT MUCH TO SAY OTHER THAN IT IS THE PRETTIEST, MOST REFRESHING SALSA TO MAKE IT TO THE PARTY.

Blanche and peel the peaches 

http://www.kingarthurflour.com/blog/2013/07/20/how-to-peel-a-peach-perfectly-without-a-knife/

Toss the crisp diced peaches and crunchy pomegranate seeds with some simple add ins and a simple vinegar and you are golden.

prep time: 10 minutes

yield: 3 cups

2 CUPS FIRM PEACHES, DICED

½ CUP POMEGRANATE SEEDS

¼ JALEPENO PEPPER, MINCED

¼ RED ONION, DICED FINE

¼ CUP CILANTRO, ROUGHLY CHOPPED

¼ CUP FRESH MINT, ROUGHLY CHOPPED

¼ CUP SEASONED RICE VINEGAR

1 TEASPOON SRIRACHA

1  TABLESPOON HONEY

SALT AND PEPPER TO TASTE

Combine all ingredients in a medium size bowl, toss to mix well, taste and season if needed. Enjoy with tortilla chips, black bean or sweet potato chips, or top fish, chicken, pork, or turkey burgers off the grill for a tropical and fresh summer meal.