Cranberry Jalapeño Avocado Salsa (Printable Version)

Zesty salsa with cranberries, avocado, and jalapeño offers vibrant flavors for festive entertaining.

# What You’ll Need:

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01 - 1 cup fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
02 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
03 - 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
05 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Additions

10 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
11 - 1 small Roma tomato, diced

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Add cranberries, avocado, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro to a large mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk lime juice, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
03 - Pour the dressing over the contents of the mixing bowl and gently toss with a spoon or spatula until evenly coated.
04 - For added texture and sweetness, fold in pomegranate seeds and diced Roma tomato, if desired.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately with tortilla chips, or as a topping for grilled chicken, fish, or tacos.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to make with basic tools and just a handful of fresh ingredients
  • Bright festive colors make it a stunning centerpiece for any appetizer table
  • Ready in under 20 minutes with zero cooking required
  • Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome nutrients
02 -
  • Naturally gluten free dairy free and vegetarian
  • Loaded with antioxidants healthy fats and vitamin C
  • Perfect for make ahead prep just add avocado at the last minute
03 -
  • Always taste your salsa before serving. Sometimes cranberries can be especially tart or ripe avocado can mellow things out so adjust lime juice or honey to taste.
  • Use a very sharp knife when slicing avocado to avoid mashing. If you want extra heat add a pinch of crushed red pepper along with fresh jalapéo.
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