Pep Yourself Up With This Papaya Salsa Recipe

Escape to paradise with this vibrant and refreshing Hawaiian Papaya Salsa! A simple yet incredibly flavorful recipe, perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for grilled fish, or a side to your favorite Hawaiian dish. Ready in just 5 minutes, this zesty salsa is bursting with the sweet and tangy taste of papaya, making it the ideal appetizer or light meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 72.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pep Yourself Up With This Papaya Salsa

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How to Make Pep Yourself Up With This Papaya Salsa

  1. Dice the papaya into ½-inch cubes. Finely chop the red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
  2. In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced papaya, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat), lime juice, and cilantro.
  3. Stir in the salt and a pinch of black pepper to taste.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. This step is key for the best taste!
  5. Serve chilled with your favorite tortilla chips, grilled fish, or as a vibrant side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

3g

Carbs

2g