Description
This easy strawberry salsa with crunchy pie crust chips is a fresh, fruity, and slightly spicy dip, perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a light dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Strawberry Salsa:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Crunchy Pie Crust Chips:
- 1 pre-made or homemade pie crust
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp cinnamon sugar
Instructions
Making the Strawberry Salsa:
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then finely chop them into small pieces.
- Dice the jalapeño and red onion into fine pieces.
- Chop fresh cilantro and add to the mixture.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the ingredients.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness.
- Sprinkle salt to balance the flavors.
- Gently mix everything in a bowl and let the salsa sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Making the Crunchy Pie Crust Chips:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crust on a lightly floured surface.
- Brush melted butter evenly over the surface.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar generously over the crust.
- Cut the crust into desired chip shapes, such as triangles or strips.
- Place the chips on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool before serving with the strawberry salsa.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add a dash of cayenne pepper or diced serrano peppers.
- Citrusy Twist: Use orange or lemon juice instead of lime.
- Savory Option: Mix in crumbled feta cheese for a sweet-savory combination.
- Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle toasted chopped almonds or pecans for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack,dessert
- Method: Baking, Chopping, Mixing
- Cuisine: American,fusion
Keywords: strawberry salsa, pie crust chips, fruity salsa, summer appetizer, easy dessert recipe