Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tbsp

balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp

olive oil

0.5 tsp

honey

0.5 tsp

minced garlic

minced

2 tbsp

red onion

finely minced

1 tsp

fresh jalapeno peppers

minced

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

1 pint

strawberries

rinsed, hulled and sliced

2 unit

ripe Haas avocadoes

peeled, halved, pitted

2 piece

Boston lettuce

washed

2 tbsp

roasted cashews

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

In a bowl, whisk together balsamic or raspberry vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, minced red onion, and minced fresh jalapeno peppers.

Step 2
~3 min

Season the mixture to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Combine the strawberries with the vinegar mixture and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 4
~3 min

Peel, halve, and pit the avocadoes.

Step 5
~3 min

Spoon some strawberry salsa into each avocado half.

Step 6
~3 min

Serve on washed Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves.

Step 7
~3 min

Garnish with chopped roasted cashews or peanuts.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a sweeter salsa, use riper strawberries.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno to your preferred level of spiciness.

Add a squeeze of lime juice for extra zing.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The salsa can be made a few hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips

As a topping for grilled chicken or fish

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled fish tacos
Chicken quesadillas

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Fusion cuisine blending Mexican and modern flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer barbecues

Occasion Tags

Party
Summer
BBQ
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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