Fresh Herb-and-Tomato Salsa with Smoked Cheese

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Fresh Herb-and-Tomato Salsa with Smoked Cheese
45 min.
6
54kcal

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Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant Fresh Herb-and-Tomato Salsa featuring the delightful smokiness of cheese! Imagine a dish that bursts with the freshness of herbs and the sweet juiciness of grape tomatoes, all complementing the rich flavors of smoked Gouda, cheddar, or Monterey Jack. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, enjoying a cozy night in, or simply looking for a healthy, tasty snack, this salsa is the perfect choice.

Not only is this dish vegetarian and gluten-free, but it’s also incredibly easy to whip up—ready in just 45 minutes! The combination of fresh basil, snipped chives, and fragrant cilantro creates an aromatic experience that invites everyone to dig in. The colorful medley of yellow and red grape tomatoes adds a beautiful presentation that will impress your guests. As you combine these fresh ingredients, you’ll appreciate how low-calorie doesn’t have to mean low taste—each serving is just 54 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

This Fresh Herb-and-Tomato Salsa can be served in various ways: as an antipasti starter, a delightful appetizer, or even as a refreshing snack. Pair it with your favorite crunchy chips or artisan bread, and you'll have a dish that's not only delicious but also visually stunning. Give this recipe a try and let the flavors of fresh herbs and smoked cheese take your taste buds on a flavor adventure!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons basil shredded
  • tablespoons chives snipped
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • cups grape tomatoes mixed red yellow halved quartered
  • 2.5 ounces monterrey jack cheese smoked diced finely
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the tomatoes with the cheese, cilantro, basil and chives. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories54kcal
Protein24.62%
Fat60.19%
Carbs15.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.33
Glycemic Load
0.54
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
3.7886956450732%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.34mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.69mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:53.61kcal
2.68%
Fat:3.69g
5.68%
Saturated Fat:2.27g
14.2%
Carbohydrates:2.1g
0.7%
Net Carbohydrates:1.45g
0.53%
Sugar:1.39g
1.55%
Cholesterol:10.51mg
3.5%
Sodium:267.51mg
11.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.4g
6.8%
Vitamin A:628.24IU
12.56%
Vitamin K:11.18µg
10.65%
Calcium:95.75mg
9.58%
Vitamin C:7.69mg
9.32%
Phosphorus:65.64mg
6.56%
Potassium:135.72mg
3.88%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.63%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.43%
Zinc:0.45mg
3.02%
Folate:11.49µg
2.87%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.62%
Fiber:0.65g
2.6%
Selenium:1.73µg
2.47%
Magnesium:9.68mg
2.42%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.15%
Copper:0.04mg
1.94%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.63%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.63%
Iron:0.27mg
1.5%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.44%
Source:My Recipes