Fairly Fast Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Fairly Fast Salsa
30 min.
2
91kcal

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Looking for a quick, vibrant, and versatile salsa to kickstart your meal or add a spicy zing to your snacks? Look no further than this Fairly Fast Salsa, a delightful concoction that marries the smoky heat of chipotle peppers with the fresh zest of cilantro and lime. This recipe is a treasure trove of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free ingredients, making it a perfect fit for a wide range of dietary preferences. Best of all, it's ready in just 30 minutes, making it a fantastic option for when time is of the essence but flavor isn't.

Crafted to serve two hungry appetites, this salsa clocks in at a modest 91 calories per serving, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're hosting a vibrant antipasti platter, seeking a zesty starter, or craving a crunchy snack or appetizer, this salsa adds a burst of color and flavor to any dish. Its caloric breakdown leans heavily on carbohydrates for a satisfying energy boost, with a modest contribution from protein and a slight touch of healthy fats.

The recipe itself is as straightforward as it is delicious. Begin with a fiery roasting session under the broiler, where tomatoes, onions, and jalapeno peppers transform under the watchful eye of the heat, their skins blackening to release a symphony of flavors. This process is then seamlessly blended with the aromatic trinity of garlic, cilantro, and lime juice, along with a pinch of salt and the smoky depth of chipotle peppers. The result? A salsa that's as versatile as it is delicious, ready to elevate your meals to new heights of flavor.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a curious novice, this Fairly Fast Salsa is your ticket to a vibrant, health-conscious, and utterly delicious culinary adventure. So why wait? Fire up your oven, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon chipotles in adobo pureed
  • 0.8 cup cilantro leaves fresh
  • cloves garlic 
  •  jalapeno seeded sliced in half lengthwise and
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  •  onion halved
  • teaspoons salt 
  •  tomatoes halved

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Arrange the tomatoes, onion, and jalapeno pepper on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Roast the vegetables under the broiler until the skins are blackened, about 10 minutes.
  4. Combine the roasted vegetables, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and chipotle peppers in a blender; blend to desired consistency. Store unused portions in refrigerator up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories91kcal
Protein14.51%
Fat6.54%
Carbs78.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
79.5
Glycemic Load
4.66
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.639565265697%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.35mg
Naringenin
2.15mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.64mg
Myricetin
0.46mg
Quercetin
16.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:90.65kcal
4.53%
Fat:0.75g
1.16%
Saturated Fat:0.12g
0.75%
Carbohydrates:20.45g
6.82%
Net Carbohydrates:15.08g
5.49%
Sugar:11.21g
12.46%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:4672.34mg
203.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.76g
7.51%
Vitamin C:61.56mg
74.61%
Vitamin A:3050.81IU
61.02%
Vitamin K:44.55µg
42.43%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.94%
Potassium:888.23mg
25.38%
Fiber:5.36g
21.45%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.66%
Folate:63.78µg
15.94%
Vitamin E:2.11mg
14.05%
Copper:0.24mg
11.81%
Magnesium:44.01mg
11%
Vitamin B3:2.09mg
10.44%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.38%
Phosphorus:101.14mg
10.11%
Iron:1.23mg
6.85%
Calcium:58.67mg
5.87%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.5%
Zinc:0.71mg
4.77%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.34%
Selenium:0.81µg
1.16%
Source:Allrecipes