Fresh Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Sugar Pita Chips

Easy Summer Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Sugar Chips

"Sweet & refreshing summer fruit salsa—perfect with cinnamon sugar pita chips! Easy homemade recipe for a crowd-pleasing dessert. #fruitsalsa"

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 1

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 291

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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Fruit Salsa:

• 16 ounces strawberries hulled and finely diced
• 1 medium apple e.g., pink lady, honey crisp or Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and finely diced
• 3 kiwis peeled and finely diced
• 1 ripe mango peeled and finely diced
• 2 Tablespoons honey
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Pita Chips:

• 3 6-in round pita bread, white or whole wheat
• 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted
• 1 1/2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Prepare the Fruit Salsa:

• Combine the diced strawberries, apple, kiwi, and mango in a large bowl.
• Combine the honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl, whisking until smooth.
• Drizzle the honey-lemon mixture over the diced fruit and toss lightly to evenly coat all pieces.
• Cover the bowl and chill the salsa for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors blend.

Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Pita Chips:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (200°C).
• Slice each pita into 8 wedges and pull them apart for thinner chips.
• Put the pita wedges on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
• Brush every wedge with melted butter.
• Combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
• Dust the buttered pita wedges with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
• Bake for 8–10 minutes until the chips turn golden and crisp.
• Let the chips cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 291kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 244mgFiber: 5gSugar: 25g

Notes

- Serve chilled fruit salsa with warm cinnamon-sugar pita chips.
- Ideal as a sweet-tart, crunchy appetizer or dessert.

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Why This Fruit Salsa Recipe Stands Out

This isn\’t your average fruit salad. The combination of tart citrus, floral honey, and warm cinnamon transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary fruit salsa that delights all five senses:

• Texture contrast: Crisp apples and soft mango create perfect scoopability
• Flavor balance: Lemon zest cuts through the natural fruit sugars
• Visual appeal: Vibrant colors make it Instagram-worthy

Selecting Fruits for Optimal Flavor

The secret to exceptional fruit salsa lies in choosing produce at peak ripeness:

Essential Components

• Strawberries: Look for deep red color with fragrant aroma
• Mango: Should yield slightly to gentle pressure
• Kiwi: Peel should be slightly wrinkled when ripe
• Apples: Firm with no bruises (Honeycrisp recommended)

Crafting Your Fruit Salsa Masterpiece

The Glaze That Makes Magic

Whisk together:

• 2 tbsp raw honey
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest

Perfect Dicing Technique

1. Remove strawberry stems and quarter
2. Peel and small-dice mango/kiwi
3. Cut apples last to prevent browning
4. Toss gently with glaze

Beyond Chips: Unexpected Serving Vessels

While cinnamon pita chips are classic, try these creative pairings:

• Waffle cone cups
• Mini phyllo shells
• Chocolate-dipped graham crackers
• As topping for cheesecake

Time-Saving Preparation Strategies

For effortless entertaining:

• Prep fruit up to 4 hours ahead
• Store components separately
• Combine with glaze 30 minutes before serving
• Bake chips in large batches