Bing Cherry Salsa

Nothing beats a good cherry season... ok...ok... few things might be better. We can debate the finer points at another time!

Sweet and tart, the cherry is a fantastic ingredient to work with. Its rich flavor and color elevates the flavor of the meals in which it is incorporated.

If you can manage to avoid eating all the cherries fresh out of the container, here is a simple cherry salsa recipe that works great with grilled or pan seared fishes like tilapia. You can also use for chicken tacos or fajitas for something different

Ingredients:

• 1 jalapeno pepper
• 2 cups ripe cherries (Bing preferred)
• 1/2 small red onion
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• Course kosher or sea salt
• Fresh ground pepper

Process:

1. Pit the cherries and and coarsely chop
   
   
2. Finely chop the onion
   
   
3. Chop the cilantro
   
   
4. Rib, seed and finely chop the jalapeno pepper
   
   
5. Mix all ingredients in a bowl - stir to combine
   
   
6. Add salt and pepper to taste
   
   
7. Set aside and let flavors set