The Spanish word for any sauce is Salsa. We typically think of tomato salsa or picante with chips.

But wait! There is a new group of salsas on the horizon. Let’s explore some fresh summer salsa ideas and recipes made with fresh garden produce; dips to main dishes.

Most are low in calories, little or no fat, and loaded with minerals and vitamins; ready for mealtime or snacks, the variety is endless.

Enjoy more fresh foods with your family. Don’t miss the links with recipes for 22 fresh fruit and veggie salsas and more! You won’t believe what they call salsa.

Vegetable ideas: bell peppers-any color-seeded, radishes, red cabbage (cut small), purple onion, zucchini, roasted corn (off the cob), green peas, Roma tomatoes-seeded. Hint: cut all veggies small. Score cucumbers with fork, cut in half lengthwise, spoon out seeds and pulp, cut into strips, chop.

Fruits: any meaty fruit such as cantaloupe, honey dew melon, mango, peaches, apples, fresh pineapple, avocado, berries, grapes.

Liquids: olive oil, vinegar (red wine or apple cider), concentrated orange juice, lemon or lime juice (and zest).

Seasonings: finely chopped fresh herbs such as cilantro, parsley, basil; ranch or other pkg. seasonings to taste. Need help choosing herbs and seasonings? Click here.

Add protein to veggie salsa for main dish: black, garbanzo or red kidney beans (rinse and drain), nuts, crumbled bacon, grilled chicken, shredded smoked beef or pork.

For black bean/avacado salsa, mango salsa, dill pickle salsa, watermelon salsa, and dozens more to tantalize your taste buds, click here.

If that’s not enough, here is more! Click here for 22 more fresh fruit and veggie salsas. Prepare to be amazed!

Happy eating!

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Please let me hear your favorite recipes.