Fresh salsa combines the bright flavors of papaya, pineapple, lime, and chiles with the sweet crunch of jicama and red onion. It is fast and easy to make as well as colorful. Use as a garnish for fish, pork, or poultry.

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Ingredients

• 3/4 cup ripe papaya, diced
• 3/4 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• 3/4 cup diced jicama
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1 serrano or jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 teaspoons grated lime zest (use a microplane)
• 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 Tablespoon minced chives
• 1 Tablespoon minced cilantro

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Total Time: 20 minutes

Preparation

Place papaya, pineapple, jicama, red onion, chile, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, chives, and cilantro in a large bowl. Toss gently to combine. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving time.

Make papaya pineapple salsa no more than 2 hours in advance for best flavor and texture. Use as a garnish for fish, pork, or poultry.

Yield: about 2 cups