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Fresh Easy Peach Salsa made with juicy peaches and zesty ingredients for summer.

Peach Salsa

A fresh, bright, and spicy salsa made with peaches, perfect for summer snacking, cookouts, or as a topping for tacos and grilled dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 70
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 to 7 medium peaches medium peaches, diced (about 6 cups) Ripe but firm peaches preferred.
  • 1 each red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 to 2 each jalapenos, minced (remove seeds for less heat) Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Canning Ingredients
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar Important for canning style batches.
  • 1 tablespoon bottled lime juice Fresh is fine for fresh eating.
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or sugar Adjust depending on peach sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon salt Start here, then adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Optional but adds warmth.
  • 1 small handful chopped cilantro Add at the end for fresh salsa.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice peaches, chop bell pepper and onion, mince jalapeno and garlic.
Cooking
  1. In a big pot, add peaches, bell pepper, onion, jalapeno, garlic, vinegar, lime juice, salt, and cumin. Stir it together.
  2. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower to a steady simmer. Cook for about 15 to 25 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens but peaches still hold shape.
  3. Taste carefully and adjust seasoning with more salt, honey, or lime juice as needed.
Serving or Canning
  1. For fresh salsa, cool down and stir in cilantro right before serving.
  2. For canning, ladle hot salsa into hot jars, leaving a bit of space at the top, wipe rims, add lids, and process in a water bath canner.

Notes

This salsa is perfect for snacking or canning. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place. After opening, refrigerate and use within a week.