This salsa is so dreamy. The sweetness from the peach, the tang from the lime, and the crunch from the red pepper makes this combination so incredible and fresh. I love making a big batch and serving it with tortilla chips as an appetizer or spooning it over grilled meats (like chicken or pork tenderloin) for added flavor and brightness.
Ingredients: (serves 4)
3 ripe peaches, skin removed and diced
1 lime, juiced
½ red pepper, diced
¼ red onion, diced
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed
For some kick, add jalapeno or red pepper flakes
Health Benefits of Peaches:
Peaches are a great source of Vitamin C and Zinc, which are both antioxidants that help prevent infection and support optimal functioning of the immune system
They are high in potassium, which helps the body perform nerve signaling, maintains healthy metabolic functioning, regulaties muscular tissue, and maintains electrolyte balance.
Peaches are high in Caffeic acid, a powerful antioxidant, which can inhibit a type of tumor that grows in fibrous connective tissue. They have also been found to stunt cancer growth in the colon.
They are great for skin health; the antioxidants and vitamins in peaches have been shown to hydrate and revitalize the skin.
Sources and additional reading:
https://www.spinemd.com/news-philanthropy/take-a-bite-out-of-these-5-health-benefits-of-peaches
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-peach.html
