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    Home » Appetizers & Hors d'Oeuvres » Strawberry Avocado Salsa

    Strawberry Avocado Salsa

    Jul 30, 2019 · by Valentina · 26 Comments

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    Strawberry Avocado Salsa recipe is fantastic with chicken, fish and of course, chips! Sweet, spicy, fresh and fun, it's ideal for summer.Strawberry Avocado Salsa recipe in a yellow-green bowl with half of a whole strawberry on top

    Strawberries and avocados are a superb flavor combination that can be highlighted in so many summer recipes. In salads, on toast, and today in this delicious fresh, fun salsa.

    You can probably find avocados and strawberries year round -- but, generally they'll never be as perfect as they are in the summer.

    The strawberries are their sweetest, and the avocados are their creamiest. (Unless of course you live in a hot climate all year.)

    Strawberry Avocado Salsa recipe ingredients chopped and in a bowl

    Ingredients in this Strawberry Salsa


    • strawberries
    • avocados
    • red onions
    • red wine vinegar
    • cilantro
    • lime
    • salt, black pepper

    How to Make Avocado Strawberry Salsa


    It's so straight forward . . .

    • Chop all of the ingredients and gently mix them together.
    • Here's How to Peel and Cut an Avocado.
    • And below is an easy method to easily dice the strawberries

    1. Slice off a tiny portion on the stem end and rest the strawberry on this base. Then make vertical slices, followed by horizontal slices.Strawberry being sliced for Strawberry Avocado Salsa2. Then chop again in another direction. (This is the same concept for chopping an onion.)Strawberry being cut into small dice for Strawberry Avocado Salsa

    Can you make this salsa ahead?


    Well, partially. You should not mix the ingredients together until as close to serving time as possible. However, you can prepare all of them a few hours ahead of time. (Just be sure to drizzle the lime juice from the recipe on the diced avocado.) 

    What can you use instead of cilantro?


    This salsa is delicious with a number of fresh herbs!

    I love cilantro, though I realize some people have an aversion to it. So this Strawberry Salsa with basil or mint. Or any combination thereof.

    Bite of strawberry salsa on a chip

    Recipe Tips


    • As with most salsas, it's nice to have all of the diced ingredients be approximately the same size -- except for the onion. I dice the onion a bit smaller because of its strong flavor. Having everything about the same size ensures each bite will capture each flavor.
    • Again, don't mix the ingredients together until the last moment. Otherwise, the avocado will become too creamy.
    • If you cut the avocado ahead of time, drizzle it with the lime juice to keep its pretty green color.

    Strawberry Avocado Salsa recipe in a yellow-green bowl with half of a whole strawberry on top

    Serving Suggestions


    • Avocado Strawberry Salsa is fantastic with chicken, grilled fish or shrimp.
    • How about in a quesadilla? Or on top of one?
    • It would also be fabulous on toast with a layer of goat cheese.

    If it's convenient for you, shop at your local farmers market for super fresh, local produce, where you can sample before you buy!

    Strawberry Avocado Salsa recipe in a yellow-green bowl with half of a whole strawberry on top

    Strawberry Avocado Salsa Recipe

    Valentina K. Wein
    This salsa is fantastic with chicken, fish and of course, chips! Sweet, spicy, fresh and fun, it's ideal for summer.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Condiments
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 4 to 6
    Calories 78 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup strawberries, cut into a small dice
    • 1 cup ripe but firm avocado, cut into a small dice
    • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
    • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro, (wash and dry before chopping)
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
    • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
    • salt, freshly ground pepper and sugar to taste (see notes)

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all of the ingredients in a small mixing bowl and season to taste with salt, pepper and sugar if necessary. If you're not serving the salsa immediately, keep it chilled in the refrigerator, and wait to add the lime juice and oil until you are ready to go.

    NOTES

    The sugar to taste is only necessary if your strawberries aren't as sweet as you'd like.
    Calorie count is only an estimate.

    NUTRITION

    Calories: 78kcal
    Keywords party food, appetizers for sharing
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Fredia Diiulio

      August 20, 2011 at 3:48 pm

      After reading this, I'm hungry for avocados!

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 26, 2018 at 9:36 am

        Yay!

        Reply
    2. Marissa

      July 30, 2019 at 2:12 pm

      5 stars
      I love a good fresh salsa and don't think I've ever had one that included strawberries. This one is a must try!

      Reply
    3. angiesrecipes

      July 30, 2019 at 9:26 pm

      I need to make this ASAP before strawberry season is completely over. It looks so refreshing and delicious. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    4. David Scott Allen

      July 31, 2019 at 7:29 am

      I love fruit combined with avocado. My favorite is mango, but I am so intrigued by strawberries and avocado! You devise the most amazing combinations - love it!

      Reply
    5. John / Kitchen Riffs

      July 31, 2019 at 8:42 am

      I've never paired strawberries and avocado! But I will. 🙂 Thanks!

      Reply
    6. Jeff the Chef

      July 31, 2019 at 6:56 pm

      I've never had a strawberry salsa before. It sounds really refreshing. I bet a little chile pepper might be good in there, too.

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 01, 2019 at 8:16 am

        Yes, Jeff -- would be awesome with a little added heat! Thanks! ~Valentina

        Reply
    7. 2pots2cook

      August 01, 2019 at 2:14 am

      5 stars
      If I pack ingredients separately, it will make perfect office lunch for super hot days 🙂

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 01, 2019 at 8:15 am

        Totally! Hope you enjoy and thank you, Davorka! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    8. David @ Spiced

      August 01, 2019 at 4:35 am

      5 stars
      Well now this sounds like a recipe that's perfect for a hot summer day! I love your suggestion of serving a spoonful of this over a quesadilla. I'm thinking a grilled chicken quesadilla with some of this salsa would be the perfect meal for a summer weekend! 🙂

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 01, 2019 at 8:14 am

        Thanks, David. Perfect with a grilled chicken quesadilla! I'm ready for you to make me one. 😉 ~Valentina

        Reply
    9. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

      August 01, 2019 at 5:18 am

      5 stars
      Love the suggestion of having with fish or chicken, but I'd totally just scoop this deliciousness up with chips....or, let's be honest, straight up with a spoon! Can't wait to try this with local strawberries. Looks amazing Valentina 🙂

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 01, 2019 at 8:13 am

        Yes! All you need is a spoon. 😉 Thanks, Dawn. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    10. Kim Lange

      August 01, 2019 at 6:15 am

      This looks so delish, I'd be scooping it up with a spoon and devouring without accessories right off the bat. YUM! Pinning! xo

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 01, 2019 at 8:13 am

        Thanks so much, Kim! 😀 ~Valentina

        Reply
    11. Liz

      August 01, 2019 at 3:26 pm

      5 stars
      I adore fruit salsas, but I cannot remember if I've ever added avocado! I will need to remedy that ASAP because this looks AMAZING!!

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 01, 2019 at 5:32 pm

        Thanks, Liz! Hope you try and love it!:-) ~Valentina

        Reply
    12. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

      August 02, 2019 at 6:06 am

      5 stars
      I love fruit salsas and I really love this one mixed with the avocados! So delicious!

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 02, 2019 at 10:59 am

        Thanks, Kathy. Hope you try and love it. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    13. Samantha

      August 03, 2019 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      I so love fruit salads and this straweberry avocado salad looks so good. I love to make fruit salads and this kind of salad I'm going to try this week. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 03, 2019 at 12:24 pm

        Thanks, Samantha! Hope you love it! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    14. Kelly | Foodtasia

      August 05, 2019 at 12:46 am

      5 stars
      Valentina, such a wonderful salsa! Love the sweet and spicy flavors and the strawberries must make it so amazing!

      Reply
      • valentina

        August 05, 2019 at 10:02 am

        Thanks, Kelly! 😀

        Reply
    15. Chef Mimi

      July 16, 2021 at 1:35 pm

      Wow. I cannot wait to make this! I have lots of avocados right now, because I always buy extra when I plan on making guacamole. I never know how they’re going to ripen! And it’s so pretty!

      Reply
      • valentina

        July 20, 2021 at 4:39 pm

        Thank you, Mimi! This is one of my absolute favorite summer recipes -- especially when served with slightly warm, salty tortilla chips. Enjoy! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply

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