Grilled Chile Salsa with Rice Crackers

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Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Grilled Chile Salsa with Rice Crackers
45 min.
8
55kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of our Grilled Chile Salsa with Rice Crackers, a delightful addition to your antipasti platter or a perfect starter for any gathering. This vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe embodies the essence of fresh ingredients, making it not only healthy but also incredibly delicious. Imagine biting into crunchy rice crackers topped with a zesty salsa brimming with smokiness from grilled vegetables and the freshness of cilantro.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering dish that's sure to impress your guests. The combination of charred garlic, juicy plum tomatoes, and fiery serrano chiles creates a salsa that's both flavorful and exciting. The hint of fresh lime juice amplifies the taste, giving you a perfect balance of tang and spice. You’ll love how simple it is to prepare this colorful dish on the grill, making it a fantastic choice for outdoor entertaining.

This Grilled Chile Salsa isn't just your ordinary dip—it's a culinary adventure that will ignite your taste buds and make you crave more. Perfect for snacking or as an appetizer, it pairs wonderfully with rice crackers, providing a gluten-free option that everyone can enjoy. Get ready to elevate your next meal with this vibrant salsa that’s guaranteed to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • large garlic clove unpeeled
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • large plum tomatoes ()
  • servings rice 
  • 12 inch serrano chiles 
  • large shallots peeled halved
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  2. Combine garlic, tomatoes, chiles, and shallots in medium bowl.
  3. Add oil and toss to coat. Arrange vegetables on barbecue; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until charred, turning occasionally, about 8 minutes. Using tongs, transfer garlic and vegetables to plate and cool.
  4. Peel garlic; chop coarsely. Chop tomatoes.
  5. Cut chiles in half lengthwise; discard seeds and chop chiles coarsely. Chop shallots.
  6. Combine all vegetables in medium bowl.
  7. Add cilantro and lime juice. Blend well; season with salt and pepper. (Salsa can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature and stir before using.)
  8. Transfer salsa to serving bowl; place on platter. Surround with rice crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories55kcal
Protein6.43%
Fat54.83%
Carbs38.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.9
Glycemic Load
1.52
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.5339130655579%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.23mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
1.91mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:54.57kcal
2.73%
Fat:3.52g
5.42%
Saturated Fat:0.54g
3.35%
Carbohydrates:5.6g
1.87%
Net Carbohydrates:4.55g
1.65%
Sugar:2.07g
2.3%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:4.88mg
0.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.93g
1.86%
Vitamin K:15.52µg
14.78%
Vitamin C:9.7mg
11.76%
Vitamin A:432.09IU
8.64%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.84%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.08%
Potassium:153.28mg
4.38%
Fiber:1.05g
4.2%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.6%
Folate:11.66µg
2.92%
Copper:0.05mg
2.45%
Phosphorus:22.72mg
2.27%
Magnesium:8.61mg
2.15%
Iron:0.35mg
1.96%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.92%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.64%
Calcium:14.54mg
1.45%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.13%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.09%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:Epicurious