**Apricot Salsa: A Refreshing and Flavorful Twist to Your Dishes**
Apricot salsa is a unique and flavorful condiment that adds a sweet and tangy kick to various dishes. Made with fresh apricots, this salsa is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. It is perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or as a refreshing snack. This article provides two exciting recipes for apricot salsa: a classic apricot salsa recipe and a spicy apricot salsa recipe. Both recipes use simple ingredients and are easy to make. The classic apricot salsa features a combination of apricots, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of honey for a balanced taste. The spicy apricot salsa adds a bit of heat with the inclusion of jalapeño peppers, creating a more vibrant and zesty salsa. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy salsa, these recipes offer a delicious and versatile condiment that will elevate your meals.
APRICOT SALSA
This recipe was part of a recipe challenge that worked out quite well. Nice heat from the habanero and lovely sweetness from the apricots and pineapples.
Provided by Melissa Goff
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes
Time 2h40m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix the apricots, shallots, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, pineapple, cherry tomatoes, habanero pepper, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and lime juice together in a bowl; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.9 g, Sodium 2.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
APRICOT SALSA CHICKEN
In an unusual but tongue-tingling combination, apricots and salsa smother pieces of chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce in this recipe by Grace Yaskovic of Branchville, New Jersey.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the first four ingredients in large bowl; add chicken in batches. Turn to coat. , In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in oil until a thermometer reads 165°. Stir in the salsa, preserves and nectar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sauce thickens, 2 minutes. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
APRICOT-ORANGE SALSA CHICKEN
Sweet oranges and apricots blend perfectly with zippy salsa in this five-ingredient entree. Keep the heat to your liking with mild, medium or hot salsa. Served over rice, it's a dinner we've enjoyed time and again. -LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the salsa, preserves and orange juice. In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, layer 1/3 cup salsa mixture and a chicken breast. Repeat layers. Top with remaining salsa mixture. , Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender, 2-1/2 to 3 hours. If desired, thicken pan juices. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein.
GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN AND APRICOT-SERRANO SALSA
Provided by Marcela Valladolid
Categories main-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the pork tenderloin: Mix the honey, balsamic vinegar, ancho chile and garlic together in a large resealable plastic bag. Season the tenderloin with salt and pepper. Place the tenderloin in the bag and squeeze out as much air as possible before sealing. Place the bag in the refrigerator and marinate for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
- For the apricot-serrano salsa: In a bowl, combine the apricot, cilantro, lime juice, serrano and onion. Season the salsa with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate.
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
- The key to grilling a pork tenderloin evenly is to roll it to each of its 4 sides while cooking. Grill the tenderloin on the first side for about 5 minutes (times vary per grill, so be careful not to over-char). Roll the tenderloin onto the next side and grill for another 5 minutes. Repeat on all 4 sides, 5 minutes per side, until an instant-read thermometer registers around 150 degrees F. Allow the tenderloin to rest on a platter for about 10 minutes before you slice it, to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve with the apricot-serrano salsa and enjoy!
FRESH APRICOT SALSA
A delicious and fast recipe to eat with tortilla chips or serve on chicken or fish. It's even better the next day.
Provided by jowolf2
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pulse jalapeno pepper and garlic in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add apricots, brown sugar, lime juice, lime zest, and salt; pulse until chopped and salsa is just combined.
- Spoon salsa into serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 20.1 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
PINEAPPLE-APRICOT SALSA
Categories Condiment/Spread Sauce Fruit No-Cook Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Apricot Tropical Fruit Pineapple Summer Chill Vegan Jalapeño Cilantro Jam or Jelly Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 1 3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toss all ingredients in small bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
APRICOT SALSA CHICKEN
Although I already have a posted recipe similar to this one, this one is a bit more on the spicy side! It comes from Taste of Home Best Ever Chicken Cookbook 2009!
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt, pepper & paprika, mixing well.
- Add chicken, 2-3 at a time, sealing the bag & shaking to coat.
- In a large skillet, heat oil, then cook chicken over medium heat until browned on each side, then drain oil from skillet.
- Stir in salsa, preserves & nectar, then bring to boil.
- Reduce heat & simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes or until sauce thickens & a meat thermometer reads 170 degrees F.
- Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 916.8, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 922.7, Carbohydrate 162.6, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 41, Protein 37.7
SPICY PINEAPPLE, APRICOT,AND JíCAMA SALSA
Categories Condiment/Spread Sauce Fruit Herb No-Cook Low Fat Vegetarian Quick & Easy Cinco de Mayo Apricot Pineapple Hot Pepper Summer Healthy Vegan Jícama Cilantro Gourmet
Yield Makes about 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel pineapple and cut enough into 1/4-inch dice to measure 1 3/4 cups. Peel jícama and cut into 1/4-inch dice. Coarsely chop apricots and chop enough onion to measure 3/4 cup. Finely chop cilantro and, wearing rubber gloves, finely chop chile with seeds. In a bowl toss together all ingredients and season with salt. Salsa may be made 6 hours ahead and chilled, covered.
CARIBBEAN CHIPS WITH APRICOT SALSA
With their subtle sweetness, these well-seasoned chips are equally delicious as an appetizer or alongside a savory meal. They'll be a welcome change of pace for your family's taste buds. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Coat both sides of each tortilla with cooking spray; sprinkle with seasoning mixture., Cut into each tortilla into eight wedges. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet., Bake at 400° for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine salsa and preserves. Serve with chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
BAKED STEELHEAD TROUT/SALMON WITH APRICOT SALSA
This is a recipe I emulated from a top restaurant in Denver. It turned out great. Friends and family give it rave reviews. I serve this with Long Grain and Wild Rice.
Provided by Classic Chef
Categories Sauces
Time 45m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a medium bowl, combine apricots (reserve juice), pineapple, green onions, and bell pepper.
- Sprinkle with lime juice and cilantro.
- Toss all and chill for at least one hour.
- Place trout/salmon filets in lightly greased 9x11 inch baking dish (I use butter to grease the pan).
- Cover trout with salsa.
- Gently pour reserved apricot juice over all.
- Place in oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.2, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 131.5, Sodium 129.7, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 35.7, Protein 52.2
CHICKEN WITH APRICOT SALSA
Pulled this recipe from a cookbook about 15 years ago, but unfortunately don't recall the title of the book.
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In hot oil, over medium heat, saute onion 3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, apricots, apricot preserves, cinnamon, cilantro, ginger, salt & pepper.
- Bring to boil, then reduce heat & simmer 20-30 minutes until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Keep salsa warm, & when ready to serve, discard cinnamon stick.
- Meantime, broil chicken 4"-6" from heat for 18-23 minutes, or until meat is fork tender & juices run clear, turning once, halfway through broiling.
- Meantime, also prepare rice.
- To serve, top rice with chicken breasts, then spoon salsa over chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.6, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 336.5, Carbohydrate 70.2, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 20.7, Protein 32.4
PINEAPPLE-APRICOT SALSA
We love this simple salsa with pork chops and ham. I might try it with chicken next. From Bon Appetit.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Sauces
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toss all ingredients in small bowl to blend.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.6, Fat 0.4, Sodium 41, Carbohydrate 77.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 44.9, Protein 1.7
APRICOT SALSA WITH LEMON VERBENA
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield Makes 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Roast jalapenos and scallions over the flame of a gas burner, turning with tongs, until lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes. (Or roast under broiler, turning as needed.)
- Place fruit in a bowl. Halve jalapenos; remove and discard ribs and seeds. Finely chop jalapenos and scallions and add to bowl. Stir in ginger, sugar, salt, lemon verbena, and onion. Serve, with tortilla wedges.
APRICOT SALSA GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD
Add sizzle to dinner salad with chicken hot off the grill and a peppy fruit salsa.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Reserve 2 tablespoons of the orange juice; set aside. In 1-quart saucepan, heat apricots and remaining orange juice to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 3 to 5 minutes or until most of the orange juice is absorbed. Cool 15 minutes. In small bowl, mix reserved 2 tablespoons orange juice, the preserves and oil. Stir in apricot mixture and remaining salsa ingredients.
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. Brush chicken with oil; sprinkle with garlic salt. Place chicken on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Cut chicken into 1/2-inch slices.
- Divide salad greens among 4 plates. Top with chicken and salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g
APRICOT SALSA
Steps:
- Slice apricots into small chunks (the chucks should be about 1/16th of the half). Chop the green onions and bell peppers so that they are about as big as the apricot chunks. Combine in a medium sized bowl. Sprinkle with the lime and cilantro. Add pepper to taste. Chill for at least an hour before serving.
Tips:
- Choose ripe and flavorful apricots: The quality of your salsa will depend on the quality of your apricots. Look for apricots that are plump, juicy, and have a deep orange color.
- Use a variety of colors of peppers: Using a variety of colors of peppers will add visual appeal to your salsa and give it a more complex flavor. Choose from red, orange, yellow, and green peppers.
- Don't overcook the apricots: Apricots are delicate and can easily become mushy if overcooked. Cook them just until they are softened.
- Add some heat: If you like spicy salsa, add a jalapeño or serrano pepper to the mix. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- Let the salsa rest: After you've made the salsa, let it rest for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Conclusion:
Apricot salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and other Mexican dishes. It can also be served as a dip with chips or crackers. If you're looking for a new and exciting way to use apricots, give this salsa a try!
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