Citrus Avocado Salsa
Juicy oranges, creamy avocado, crunchy red onion, and spicy serrano chile create a salsa that's bursting with sweet, tangy goodness. Fresh lemon and lime zest add a citrusy kick so refreshing, regular salsa might need to rethink its career.
EQUIPMENT (PAID LINKS)
- Equipment:
- Citrus zester or fine grater
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh orange sections diced
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- ½ cup ripe avocado diced
- 1 serrano chile finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the Oranges: Peel the oranges and remove the white pith. Carefully separate the orange sections from their membranes and cut them into small pieces. Measure 3 cups and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Chop the Red Onion: Peel and finely dice the red onion into small, even pieces. Measure ¼ cup and add it to the prepared oranges.
- Dice the Avocado: Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh and dice it into small cubes. Measure ½ cup and add it to the mixing bowl.
- Prepare the Serrano Chile: Finely chop the serrano chile into small pieces. Add the chopped chile to the orange, onion, and avocado mixture.
- Add the Lemon Zest: Using a citrus zester or fine grater, grate only the yellow outer peel of a fresh lemon, avoiding the bitter white pith. Measure 1 teaspoon and add it to the bowl.
- Add the Lime Zest: Grate the green outer peel of a fresh lime, avoiding the white pith. Measure 1 teaspoon and sprinkle it over the salsa ingredients.
- Season with Salt: Add ¾ teaspoon salt evenly over the mixture.
- Gently Mix the Salsa: Using a spoon, gently fold all the ingredients together until the oranges, avocado, onion, serrano chile, and citrus zest are evenly combined. Avoid stirring too vigorously to keep the fruit pieces intact.
- Serve the Salsa: Transfer the citrus avocado salsa to a serving bowl and serve immediately while the ingredients are fresh and juicy.
