Nectarine Salsa

Nectarine Salsa is a fresh, vibrant fruit-based condiment that combines diced nectarines with classic salsa ingredients like red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. It's a modern, sweet-and-spicy twist on traditional savory salsas, popular in contemporary American and fusion cuisines. The dish is often served as a dip with chips or as a topping for grilled fish, chicken, or tacos.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salsa is low in fat and protein, with most of its calories coming from natural carbohydrates in the fruit. It's a good source of vitamins A and C from the nectarines and peppers, and a typical 1/2 cup serving contains roughly 40-60 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	60 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	14 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	10 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	300 IU
Vitamin K	8 mcg
Potassium	250 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Folate	20 mcg
Copper	0.1 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nectarine salsa is a great example of the culinary trend of using fruit to balance heat in savory dishes, creating a complex flavor profile. Nutritionally, it offers a delicious way to increase fruit and vegetable intake while providing antioxidants like beta-carotene from the nectarines.