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Plum Watermelon Fruit Salsa Recipe

This summer fruit salsa recipe is packed full of fresh fruit as well as traditional spicy flavors! Try adding watermelon salsa to fish or grilled chicken!

by Maya Last Updated on December 6, 2020 3 Comments

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I’m about to jazz your summer meals up with this fruit salsa recipe! I love that a fruity salsa can add a little sweetness and a little spice! Cantaloupe salsa has been one of my favorites, but it was time for a twist, and we ended up with a fruity watermelon salsa that’s out of this world. And then I added fresh plums, too. So technically it’s also a plum salsa. Get ready for it!

It’s SO good. Like, I can, (and have!) been putting this salsa on EVERYTHING. Grilled meats, salads, spicy shrimp tacos, a spoon…the list goes on and on.

QUICK TIP: If you’d don’t wish to buy an entire watermelon and cantaloupe for this salsa, most markets have pre-cut fruit that will work just fine.

This fruit salsa dip is perfect for eating on meat, with a spoon or with some paleo tortilla chips. I can’t wait to hear what you think of it!

How To Make Fruit Salsa

This just may be the easiest fresh plum salsa recipe you have ever had. Here is how to make fruit salsa in just a few minutes:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Toss in the watermelon, cantaloupe, plums, white onion, jalapenos, cilantro, and lime juice.

That is all you have to do to make this watermelon salsa recipe! The hardest part is deciding what you are going to eat it with. 🙂

fruit salsa recipe with plantain chips

Cantaloupe Salsa Optional Ideas

This easy plum salsa can quickly be customized by adding in some of your favorite ingredients. I love this plum watermelon salsa just the way it is, but if I find that I have some extra fruit around that needs to be used up I will toss it in as well. Here are some tasty ideas to try out:

  • Peaches – We have all heard of peach salsa! Why not dice up a few fresh peaches and add them to this homemade salsa. You won’t regret it.
  • Pineapple – If you love pineapple, then you should for sure, add in some! It will make it tangy, tropical, and so good.
  • Kiwi – Give this easy watermelon salsa recipe a splash of vibrant color with a fresh kiwi or two. So much flavor!
  • Cinnamon – Sprinkle on just a touch of cinnamon. This will make the cantaloupe salsa perfectly spicy, and the cinnamon goes well with the rest of the ingredients too.

How Long Can Fruit Salsa Sit Out?

This fresh salsa recipe should never sit out for more than 2 hours at a time.

If it will sit out for any length of time longer than 2 hours, I highly recommend keeping it on ice. That will keep it cool.

Also, stir it every once in a while so the cantaloupe salsa so it stays cool throughout.

Is Fruit Salsa Vegan?

Yes, this fruit salsa recipe is vegan. Most recipes for fresh salsa should be vegan unless they have cheese in them.

You can control what you put in this plum salsa recipe, so you can make sure that the ingredients are vegan if that’s important to you.

What Nutrients Are In Fruit Salsa?

There are TONS of nutrients in this fresh fruit salsa. Here is a breakdown of just a few of the vitamins and minerals you get when you eat it.

  • Watermelon – Vitamin B-6, folate, copper, zinc, potassium, selenium, riboflavin, just to name a few.
  • Cantaloupe – Vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, folate, fiber, potassium, vitamin K, and zinc.
  • Plums – Vitamin C, potassium, copper, manganese, and fiber.
  • Jalapenos – Folate, vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese, vitamin K and vitamin A.

How Do You Store Watermelon Salsa?

Always store this cantaloupe salsa in an airtight container. Keep it in the coldest area of the refrigerator and make sure to keep it away from any foods with strong odors.

The fresh fruit salsa will last 3-4 days if it is stored properly.

Can This Fruit Salsa Recipe Be Frozen?

This fruit salsa recipe is best served fresh, but if you have extras to freeze, try blending it into more a sauce or smooth salsa consistency. It helps the texture when you freeze and then thaw it.

The salsa will last around 2 months in the freezer. To use, simply put in the fridge overnight.

plum salsa in a bowl

More Melon Recipes To Try

I always appreciate some leftover melon, since it gives me a reason to make all of my favorite recipes I’ve posted. Take a look!

  • Cantaloupe Margaritas – These margaritas are cool and refreshing. Enjoy one (or two) on a hot day!
  • Fresh Watermelon Margarita – Serve this salted watermelon margarita on the rocks, and your guests will rave about it.
  • Cantaloupe Gazpacho With Frizzled Proscuitto – You have to taste this to see how amazing it is.
  • Chopped Grilled Watermelon Salmon Salad – I am drooling just thinking about this salad.
  • The Best Pork Belly Tacos – The pickled watermelon rind is out of this world!
  • Homemade Banana Cantaloupe Sorbet – Light, cool and just plain delicious.

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Plum Watermelon Fruit Salsa Recipe

This summer fruit salsa recipe is packed full of fresh fruit as well as traditional spicy flavors! Try adding watermelon salsa to fish or grilled chicken!

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword cantaloupe salsa, fruit salsa recipe, plum salsa, watermelon salsa
Calories 28 kcal
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Author Maya Krampf from WickedSpatula.com
Servings 10 servings
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Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Watermelon (diced)
  • 2 cups Cantaloupe (diced)
  • 1/2 cup Plums (diced)
  • 1/2 cup White onion (diced)
  • 2 medium Jalapeños (minced)
  • 1 large handful Fresh cilantro (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
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Instructions

More TIPS about this paleo recipe in the post above!

  1. Combine all ingredients and toss well.

  2. Season with salt to taste.

Recipe Notes

Serving Size: 1/2 cup

Nutrition Information Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.
Calories 28
Fat 0g
Protein 0g
Total Carbs 7g
Net Carbs 7g
Fiber 0g
Sugar 5g

Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database. Net carb count excludes both fiber and sugar alcohols (though the latter are rarely seen on this site), because these do not affect blood sugar in most people. We try to be accurate, but feel free to make your own calculations.

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    3 Comments

  1. Kimberly

    ReplyJuly 21, 2016

    5 stars
    Beautiful! This is definitely the perfect Summer fruit salsa!

  2. Alisa Fleming

    ReplyJuly 20, 2016

    5 stars
    Oh wow, I’ve never seen such a fruit-forward salsa that didn’t sound overly sweet. I’m seriously intrigued by the plum addition, too.

  3. Citra Kale

    ReplyJuly 20, 2016

    5 stars
    Your summer fruits salsa looks amazing and super fresh! And I saw there are banana chips on your picture… that’s my fave!

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