A sweet and savory salsa with a bit of spice.
Grape Salsa
Ingredients
2 cups grapes, cut in small pieces
½ cup sliced green onion
½ cup diced hot pepper (try Anaheim, poblano or jalapeño)
2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 Tablespoons vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced or ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon hot sauce
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables under running water before preparing.
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well. Let stand at least 1 hour. Drain off excess liquid before serving.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Try adding chopped cucumber for more crunch.
- Try chopped bell pepper instead of hot pepper for a mild flavor.
- Serve with Food Hero Baked Tortilla Chips.
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Comments
I made this Grape Salsa recipe for neighbors and they all loved how tasty and refreshing it is. I think this salsa would be an excellent topping for fish tacos or grilled fish; it is also tasty right out of the bowl like a salad. When garden cucumbers show up I will add some chopped cucumber to this for a bit more crunch.