Fruit Salsa With Cinnamon Tortilla Chips
Dive into a sweet adventure with our Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips – a fresh, vibrant, and delightfully different take on your usual salsa and chips. This dish combines the juiciness of fresh fruit with the crispiness of cinnamon-sprinkled tortilla chips, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s an ideal choice for a summer picnic, a healthy snack, or a unique party appetizer that’s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients:
For the Fruit Salsa:
- 1 cup strawberries, finely diced
- 1 medium apple, finely diced
- 1 kiwi, peeled and finely diced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup raspberries or blackberries, halved if large
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Cinnamon Tortilla Chips:
- 4-6 flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Prepare the Fruit Salsa:
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced strawberries, apple, kiwi, blueberries, and raspberries/blackberries.
- Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of sugar and drizzle with lime juice.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together.
- Let the salsa sit for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Make the Cinnamon Tortilla Chips:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the tortillas into wedges (like pizza slices).
- Combine 1/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Brush each tortilla wedge with melted butter, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Arrange the tortilla wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown. Let them cool before serving.
- Serve:
- Serve the fruit salsa with a side of cinnamon tortilla chips for dipping.
- Enjoy this sweet and refreshing twist on a classic snack!
This Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a colorful addition to your snack table. The combination of sweet, tangy fruits and crunchy, cinnamon-laden chips is a sure-fire hit for any occasion.