Peach Salsa

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Bright, juicy and packed with fresh flavor, peach salsa has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors. Whether you’re hosting a summer cookout or craving a wholesome snack, this easy fruit salsa recipe is a must-try.

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Peach Avocado Salsa - Finished Dish in a bowl with a spoon

Why This Recipe is a Favorite

Every summer, when peaches are at their peak, I buy these fuzzy gems by the dozen from my local farmer’s market. I use them to make peach salsa, a peach mocktail, a peach crisp and anything else I can think of.

Of course the fruit is sweet, but this fruit salsa tastes great with savory dishes too! IWhen you take juicy peaches mix them with creamy avocado, spicy jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro and salt, you instantly make the best salsa of all time!

Pickled Onions and peach salsa served on top of Blackened Salmon

Ingredients

Use up some extra peaches by making this dish. If you end up making extra salsa, you can just eat it with some chips!

Peaches
Avocado
Red onion
Jalapeno pepper
Cilantro
Lime
Salt
Black pepper

Substitutions and Variations

Switch up the peaches: You can also use nectarines, apricots and plumcots to make this salsa. Use what you have! If it’s not peach season, use canned peaches (drained). Frozen ones work if you thaw them and blend up the salsa until smooth (if you leave them whole, they are too soft).

Don’t like cilantro? Leave it out, or add a bit of fresh thyme or mint for some extra flavor.

No avocado? That’s okay, you can skip it! Just throw in an extra peach. You can also use diced melon, cucumber or peeled orange slices.

Other add-ins: Throw in some other fresh fruit and veggies like red bell pepper, tomato or even a little bit of lime zest.

A bowl of mixed fruit and vegetable salsa with diced avocado, mango, onion, and red bell pepper. A spoon is in the bowl. Sliced lime and part of an avocado are visible nearby.

How to Make Peach Salsa

Making homemade peach salsa is super simple!

Dice the peaches and avocado.
Finely chop the red onion, cilantro and jalapeno.
Juice the lime.
Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir together.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.

To help prevent browning, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing the container.

Grilled blackened salmon filets topped with peach avocado salsa, garnished with pickled onions and cilantro on a wooden board. Lime wedges on the side; salsa bowl in the background.

Storage

Since peaches and avocado can soften quickly, this condiment tastes the best on the day you make it. Store the fruit salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

What Tastes Good With Peach Salsa

Peach Salsa is the ultimate dip for any chips that you like, but I'm partial to my homemade tortilla chips. They are so crunchy when made in the air fryer!

You can also spoon it over lean proteins like grilled chicken or grilled halibut. It tastes great with pork lettuce wraps, too!

You can even spoon it into shrimp tacos — my favorite! I sometimes like to add extra fresh cilantro and some pickled onions on top for a little extra bite.

Blackened Salmon with Peach Avocado Salsa. Four fillets of salmon are laid on a wooden board and topped with peach salsa and pickled onions.

Peach Salsa Recipe FAQs

Can you prepare peach salsa in advance?

Yes, you can prepare peach salsa in advance, but for the best texture and flavor, it's recommended to make it no more than a few hours ahead. If prepping ahead, store it in an airtight container in the fridge and wait to add the avocado until just before serving to prevent browning. You can also toss the ingredients with a little extra lime juice to help keep everything fresh.

Can I use frozen or canned peaches instead of fresh?

Fresh peaches are best for flavor and texture, but you can canned peaches (drained and patted dry) in a pinch. Just note that the salsa may be softer and slightly sweeter. Frozen peaches are not recommended as they are too soft. However, if you use frozen, throw everything in the blender for a smooth salsa, and no one will notice!

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Peach Salsa

Total Time 10

Whip up peach salsa with fresh summer produce and avocados. It's perfect for chips, tacos and any protein!

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 0

Total Time: 10

Servings: people

Author: Laura Miner

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Chef's Knife

Ingredients

Instructions

Dice the peaches and avocado. Finely chop the red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno. Juice the lime.
Add all ingredients together in a bowl and season to taste.

Notes

Making in advance: Since peaches and avocado can soften quickly, this salsa best enjoyed fresh. For the best texture and flavor, it's recommended to make it no more than a few hours ahead. If prepping ahead, store it in an airtight container in the fridge and wait to add the avocado until just before serving to prevent browning. You can also toss the ingredients with a little extra lime juice to help keep everything fresh.

Storing leftover salsa: Store peach salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To help prevent browning, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing the container.

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Serving Suggestions

You can enjoy this fruit salsa with chips as an appetizer, or spoon it over tacos (especially fish tacos!) or a protein like this flavorful, tender blackened salmon. If you have any fresh strawberries, I encourage you to make some strawberry salsa, too!

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2025 Update: This recipe is still a family favorite and has been updated to simplify the cooking instructions and add extra cooking tips for our readers. We hope you love it as much as we do!