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It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

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Watermelon and Cucumber Salsa

The combo of watermelon and cucumber may sound unusual—it tastes anything but! Eat the salsa with chips, or serve it as a topper with hot dogs or chicken tacos for a refreshing change of pace. —Suzanne Curletto, Walnut Creek, California

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How to Make the Best Pico de Gallo

Your taco Tuesday dinner (or really any meal) isn't complete without some pico de gallo. Learn how to make the...


Pico de Gallo

4 reviews

This easy pico de gallo recipe is a classic for good reason. It pairs with just about everything! My tip...


Grilled Steak Tacos

1 review

Spicy aioli brings a zesty kick to steak tacos, and the ribeye is a nice upgrade from typical ground beef....


Nacho Triangles with Salsa-Ranch Dipping Sauce

2 reviews

These nacho bites are a fun fusion of Greek appetizers and flavors of the American Southwest. The simple dipping sauce...

Spicy Cranberry Salsa

This beautiful holiday dish is a big hit at our house. We serve it on wheat or other crispy crackers....


Chipotle Berry Fruit Salsa

1 review

Not too hot, but with a bit of a kick, this salsa is a perfect topping for grilled fish or...

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61 Cinco de Mayo Dips, Salsas and Guacs

Dip into our richest Cinco de Mayo dips, freshest salsas and creamiest guacamoles.


Chicken with Peach-Avocado Salsa

1 review

This super fresh dinner is pure summer—juicy peaches, creamy avocado, grilled chicken and a kick of hot sauce and lime....


Tomato Apple Chutney

During the fall and winter, I love to make different kinds of chutney to give as hostess gifts. Cook this...


Green Tomato Salsa

I came up with this green tomato salsa recipe so I could use up all the fresh tomatoes from my...

Zucchini Pico de Gallo Salsa

7 reviews

I love veggies and fresh ingredients this time of year. I make big bowls of this salsa, which we eat...


Garden Salsa

40 reviews

This garden salsa recipe combines ripe ingredients and subtle seasonings to make a real summer treat. —Michelle Beran, Caflin, Kansas


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Tomato Bounty Salsa

I like to make this mild-tasting salsa with yellow tomatoes, but feel free to try other varieties. Use the salsa...


Slow-Cooked Peach Salsa

6 reviews

Fresh peaches and tomatoes make my salsa a winner over store-bought versions. As a treat, I give my coworkers several...


Contest-Winning Watermelon Salsa

5 reviews

I entered this recipe in a local fair, and it took first place! This is one of my favorite dishes...

Corn ‘n’ Black Bean Salsa

23 reviews

I'm a high school football coach who also likes to cook and garden. This black bean and corn salsa is...


Spicy Watermelon Salsa

2 reviews

I threw this together after an overzealous trip to the farmers market! My family loved it from the first bite....


Triple Berry Salsa

2 reviews

"Blueberries are so nutritious, low in calories and packed with vitamin C, fiber and disease-fighting antioxidants. This chunky salsa is...


Garden Veg Salsa

1 review

We love this salsa made mostly with fresh garden vegetables. It’s healthy, and you can easily adjust the ingredients to...


Fresh Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

1 review

Lime and basil really brighten the flavors in this colorful salsa. It's best when scooped up on a homemade cinnamon...


Easy Strawberry Salsa

My salsa is sweet and colorful, with just a little bite from jalapeno peppers. I love to use fresh strawberries...


Watermelon Salsa

2 reviews

From Kansas City Missouri, Pat Bremson relates, "This salsa is so good, I could just eat it with a spoon!...


Lime Cucumber Salsa

3 reviews

This unique salsa tastes terrific with chicken and fish, on top of baked potatoes or eaten as a dip with...


Fresh Tomato Mexican Salsa

4 reviews

Mexican fare only gets better when topped with Anna Yeatts' colorful Fresh Salsa. The Pinehurst, North Carolina cook uses ripe...

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Pineapple Cucumber Salsa

3 reviews

It’s hard to beat the sweet, tangy taste of fresh salsa on a hot summer day. This makes a great...


Strawberry Tomato Salsa

1 review

Here’s a sweet and tangy salsa that's miles away from the spicy version people expect. Serve it as an appetizer...


Mandarin Salsa

4 reviews

Sweet mandarin oranges temper the boldness of cilantro, jalapeno and onion in this salsa, creating an impressive and colorful combination....


Fresh Summer Salsa

6 reviews

This fresh-tasting combination is great with chips or grilled salmon, chicken or pork chops. But it’s so good, sometimes I...


Quick and Easy Corn Salsa

1 review

Colorful corn salsa is sure to be a hit with family and friends. It’s an easy accompaniment to an outdoor...


Sweet & Smoky Salsa

1 review

I love the roasted flavor that grilling gives food, so I decided to make a salsa from grilled vegetables. I...