| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: No cook | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 180 | 7g | 1g | 30g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 15g | 8g | 2g | 0.4g |
I am deeply fond of our recipe today, the vibrant and refreshingly sweet Macopa Fruit Salsa. This charming salsa recipe, packed with lush macopa fruit, comes with a healthy mix of contrasting flavors that dance on your palate and invigorate your senses. And trust me when I say, this is not your average fruit salsa. Its inspiration traces back to my Boston upbringing where the glory of fresh farmers’ markets fruits met with the hearty Irish love for bold, intense flavors. 
A Treasure Trove of Health Benefits
You’re probably wondering why suddenly I’m infatuated with this tropical fruit, right? Well, my dear readers, the Macopa fruit (also known as wax apple or water apple) isn’t just about its juicy, mildly sweet flavor. It’s also loaded with health benefits. High in dietary fiber, it aids in digestion, and with abundant vitamin C, it boosts our immune system too. Isn’t that a sweet deal?
Intertwining Cuisine Traditions
This fruit based salsa recipe is, in a sense, an intersection of my Irish heritage and New England origins, similar to how cooking often involves the intertwining of various culinary traditions. The macopa fruit, an exotic entity in both Irish and New England cuisine, lends a tropical twist in this popular side dish.
In Ireland, we have a comparable salsa-like side dish we usually pair with our intimate family dinners – the Irish Tomato Relish. The Macopa Fruit Salsa, with its burst of colors and hearty mix of fruits and vegetables, reminds me of the late summer afternoon spent with Laura, learning to make my grandmother’s tomato relish for the first time.
Just like my beloved relish, the Macopa Fruit Salsa pairs well with a variety of dishes. My favorite is to serve it with a nicely grilled fish or as a zesty side to an ever-reliable roast chicken, much the same way we do back in Ireland.
Despite the geographical distance, these two dishes bridge the gap and bring me closer to my roots – another noteworthy reason why I hold this Macopa Fruit Salsa recipe so dear.
Well, there’s a sneak peek into my culinary journey and the heart behind this recipe. I hope that this Macopa Fruit Salsa brings your family as much joy as it did mine. Remember, good food, like good memories, is meant to be shared. So pop those Macopa fruits and relish the vibrant flavors of this wonderful salsa!
What You’ll Need
- 6 medium-sized Macopa fruits
- 1 large red onion
- 2 jalapeno peppers
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 bunch of fresh cilantro
- 2 limes for juice
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
Method
Step One
Start by preparing your ingredients. Clean 6 medium-sized Macopa fruits, 1 large red onion, 2 jalapeno peppers, 1 large red bell pepper, and 1 bunch of fresh cilantro. Then, squeeze the juice out of the 2 limes. Set the lime juice aside for later use.
Step Two
Once your ingredients are clean, you will need to dice the Macopa fruits, red onion, jalapeno peppers, and red bell pepper. Chop the bunch of cilantro finely. Make sure to remove the seeds from the jalapeno peppers if you prefer a less spicy salsa.
Step Three
In a large bowl, combine the diced Macopa fruits, red onion, jalapeno peppers, and red bell pepper. Add the chopped cilantro to the mixture.
Step Four
Add the juice of the 2 limes to the bowl. This will give your salsa a fresh and tangy taste.
Step Five
Season the mixture with a teaspoon of salt and a teaspoon of black pepper. Adjust the seasonings according to your taste.
Step Six
Lastly, drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil over the salsa. This will give your salsa a slightly rich, smooth, and shiny aspect.
Step Seven
Mix the salsa thoroughly so all the ingredients are well combined. Your Macopa Fruit Salsa is now ready to serve and enjoy. It can be used as a topping for grilled meats, a filling for wraps, or serves as a dip for chips.
