Pawpaw Pineapple Salsa

Ripe and cut pawpaw showing the edible seeds

This fresh salsa combines the bright flavours of pawpaw, pineapple, lime and chillies and the sweet crunch of apple. It is quick and easy to make and colourful to the eye. Use as a garnish for pork, fish or chicken.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup ripe pawpaw, diced

3/4 cup fresh pineapple, diced

3/4 cup diced apple (crisp and sweet)

1/4 cup chopped red onion

1 jalapeno chilli pepper, seeded and minced

1 garlic clove, minced

10ml finely grated lime zest

30ml fresh lime juice

15ml balsamic vinegar

15ml chopped chives

15ml chopped coriander

Preparation:

Place pawpaw, pineapple, apple, red onion, chilli, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, chives, and coriander in a large bowl. Toss gently to combine. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving time. 

Make papaya pineapple salsa no more than 2 hours in advance for best flavour and texture. Use as a garnish for pork, lamb, fish or chicken.