You all know how much I love 5-ingredient recipes.
So when I showed up to small group last weekend and heard my friend, Rachel, mention across the room that she had made a 5-ingredient salsa to share, you’d better believe this food blogger’s ears perked up.
Once I caught sight of it, with all of those vivid colors and seasonal fruits, I was immediately sold. Once I tasted it, I knew I had to share it with you pronto.
Can you guess the 5 ingredient??
The first four ingredients were probably easy to spot — lots of fresh pears, pomegranate seeds, cilantro, red onion, and…lime! The secret ingredient is lime!
It definitely pulls the salsa together and gives it that classic citrusy kick. Rachel also recommends seasoning the salsa with a little salt and pepper, which I agreed was lovely. (And those don’t “count” as ingredients anyway, right??) 
Pretty sure our group devoured this salsa that evening. The savory and sweet combo is just irresistible, especially when paired with salty tortilla chips.
Then when I made a second batch this week and shared it with neighbors, they also texted back raving reviews.
I even turned a few of the leftovers into an arugula salad to share with my parents who are in town for a few days. (I also added feta cheese, and topped it with a citrus vinaigrette.) Delish!!
Perfect for dipping, perfect for salad-ing, and definitely perfect for sharing. Thanks, Rachel! :)
5-Ingredient Pear Pomegranate Salsa
Ingredients
- 2 fresh pears (any kind), cored and diced
- 1 fresh pomegranate, seeded (see my tutorial on how to open and de-seed a pomegranate)
- half a red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- juice of half a lime
Instructions
- Toss all ingredients together until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, or store in a sealed container for up to 2 days.
Did you make this?Let me know how it turned out in the comments below!If you like this recipe, check out these other pomegranate favorites!
Cranberry Pistachio Baked Brie
How To Open & De-Seed A Pomegranate (A Step-By-Step Tutorial)
Looks beautiful!
We eat this every thanksgiving!! Love it!
It’s really amazing…! Definitely a must try.
Whisk mayonnaise, feta, chives, dill, lemon juice, vinegar, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add cucumber Potato Salad featuring Green Goddess Dressing. Pear Pomegranate Salsa. With the juice machine, gradually blend in the oil.
Incredible! Super Easy and an absolute Taste Sensation! Made it on Monday and have already been asked for recipe twice in 2 days.
OMG…this looks so amazing!..packed with vitamins. Definitely a must try.
Thanks, Jamie — we hope you enjoy it!
Can I add olive oil to this?
Hi Georgiana! We honestly don’t feel this needs any oil, but feel free to add some olive oil to it if you like — we hope you enjoy!