Citrus Salsa Recipe

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Citrus Salsa! A refreshing blend of grapefruit, orange, tomato, and jalapeño, this recipe is perfect for Super Bowl Sunday, a casual weeknight snack, or as a zesty condiment for grilled chicken or pork. This unique salsa delivers a taste of sunshine, even on the coldest winter days. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 42.6 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Citrus Salsa

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How to Make Citrus Salsa

  1. Peel, segment, and chop 1 large grapefruit and 1 large orange.
  2. Place the chopped citrus in a medium bowl.
  3. Seed and dice 1 medium tomato.
  4. Seed and dice ½ green bell pepper.
  5. Seed and finely mince 1 jalapeño pepper (remove more seeds for less heat).
  6. Add the tomato, green pepper, and jalapeño to the bowl with the citrus.
  7. Dice ½ small red onion and ¼ cup of fresh cilantro.
  8. Add the red onion and cilantro to the bowl.
  9. Stir in 1 tablespoon of sugar and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  10. Gently stir to combine all ingredients.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. (Optional)
  12. Before serving, gently drain any excess juice.
  13. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or use as a condiment for grilled chicken or pork.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g