This colorful fruit and veggie salsa makes for a super healthy snack and its mouthwateringly good!
Want to use fresh fruits and vegetables that are in season and make a healthy snack for the kids? This is it! One of the best healthy snacks, this fruit and veggie salsa is not only colorful and flavorful but also packed with vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy snack option for kids. It’s a great way to encourage them to eat more fruits and veggies in a fun and tasty way! Enjoy!
RAINBOW HARVEST SALSA
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
- 1 cup diced mango
- 1 small kiwi
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2-3 diced yellow tomatoes
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and finely chopped (optional, for a bit of heat)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or mint leaves
- Juice of 1 fresh lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash, peel and take out the pit of the mango and dice it.
- Peel and dice the cucumber and kiwi into small pieces.
- Cut the red bell pepper, and red onion into small, uniform pieces.
- If using jalapeño pepper, make sure to remove the seeds and finely chop it.
- Combine the ingredients in a large mixing bowl by throwing in the diced fruits and veggies.
- Add the chopped cilantro or mint leaves for extra freshness and flavor.
- Season the salsa by squeezing the juice of one lime over the fruit and veggie mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Chill and let flavors meld
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salsa to an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
- Once chilled, give the salsa a quick stir, then transfer it to a serving bowl.
- Serve the fruit and veggie salsa with your child’s favorite dippers, such as tortilla chips, pita chips, or sliced veggies like carrot sticks or cucumber rounds.
- This recipe also makes a great healthy lunch snack!
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