Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa Recipe

This sensational persimmon salsa recipe won the 2004 Novelty Dessert award at the Mitchell, Indiana Persimmon Festival! A vibrant and unexpected twist on a classic, this sweet and subtly spicy salsa is the perfect fall appetizer. Serve with your favorite corn chips for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 60.9 kcal

Protein 0g

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Ingredients for Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa

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How to Make Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa

Finely dice the persimmons, red onion, and jalapeño pepper.
In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced persimmons, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and brown sugar.
Stir in a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste!
Before serving, give the salsa a quick stir. Serve chilled with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa?

Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa?

Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa has approximately 60.9 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa?

The key ingredients for Charles Anderson's Persimmon Salsa are Persimmon Pulp, Garlic, Paprika, Fresh Cilantro, Dark Brown Sugar, Serrano Peppers. See the full list with measurements above.