Strawberry Salsa Recipe with Cinnamon Chips
Strawberry Salsa Recipe made with fresh strawberries, basil, and lemon juice.
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 3 large flour tortillas
- Extra-light olive oil or olive oil spray
For the Strawberry Salsa
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-light olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Pinch of ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 3 cups fresh strawberries finely chopped
- ½ tablespoon balsamic reduction optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Lightly coat a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- Stack the tortillas and cut them into triangles.
- Arrange the tortilla triangles in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly spray both sides with olive oil.
- Sprinkle generously with the cinnamon sugar mixture, flip the chips, and coat the other side.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, sugar, and chopped basil.
- Add the chopped strawberries and gently stir until evenly coated. This Strawberry Salsa Recipe develops even more flavor after resting for 10 minutes.
- Drizzle with balsamic reduction if desired.
- Serve immediately with the warm cinnamon tortilla chips.
Notes
- Serve chilled for maximum freshness.
- The balsamic reduction adds extra depth but is optional.
- Pair with vanilla yogurt for a delicious dessert dip.
- Great alongside grilled chicken or brunch spreads.
- Fresh strawberries provide the best texture.