Grilled Vegetable Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Grilled Vegetable Salsa
85 min.
24
158kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a vibrant and delicious Grilled Vegetable Salsa? This delightful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy choice for any gathering. Perfectly suited for vegetarians, vegans, and those with gluten or dairy sensitivities, this salsa is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.

Imagine the smoky aroma of fresh vegetables sizzling on the grill, their natural sweetness enhanced by the charred edges. The combination of juicy corn, tender zucchini, and colorful bell peppers creates a medley of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Toss in some spicy jalapeños for a kick, and finish it off with a zesty lime peel and fresh cilantro for a refreshing twist.

This Grilled Vegetable Salsa is not just a snack; it’s an experience. Whether served as an antipasti, a starter, or a snack with crispy tortilla chips, it’s sure to impress your guests. With only 158 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the rich textures and tastes of grilled vegetables. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing you to spend more time with your friends and family.

So fire up the grill and get ready to create a dish that’s bursting with flavor and color. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  •  ears corn husked cleaned
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  jalapeno seeded cut in half,
  • teaspoons lime zest grated
  • medium bell pepper red cut into 8 pieces
  • medium onion red separated cut into wedges,
  •  roma tomatoes seeded (plum)
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 24 servings tortilla chips 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • medium zucchini 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • wok

Directions

  1. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. In large bowl, toss corn, zucchini, bell pepper, onion and chiles with oil.
  2. Place in grill basket (grill wok).
  3. Cover and grill vegetables over medium heat 25 to 30 minutes, shaking basket or stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  4. Add tomatoes to basket; cover and grill 1 to 2 minutes longer or until tomatoes are hot.
  5. Remove basket from grill; cool vegetables 15 minutes.
  6. Cut corn off cobs (about 1 cup kernels); chop all remaining vegetables into small pieces. In large bowl, mix vegetables, lime peel, cilantro and salt.
  7. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.
  8. Serve with tortilla chips. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories158kcal
Protein6.53%
Fat39.12%
Carbs54.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.67
Glycemic Load
0.38
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.0469565443371%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.07mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:157.71kcal
7.89%
Fat:7.14g
10.98%
Saturated Fat:1.01g
6.3%
Carbohydrates:22.32g
7.44%
Net Carbohydrates:20.09g
7.3%
Sugar:1.96g
2.18%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:192.38mg
8.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.68g
5.36%
Vitamin C:13.68mg
16.59%
Vitamin K:10.47µg
9.97%
Fiber:2.23g
8.93%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.75%
Phosphorus:82.57mg
8.26%
Magnesium:32.19mg
8.05%
Vitamin A:346.89IU
6.94%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.05%
Potassium:170.99mg
4.89%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.62%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.58%
Folate:16.26µg
4.06%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.59%
Calcium:35.67mg
3.57%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.48%
Iron:0.6mg
3.35%
Vitamin B3:0.6mg
3.01%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.85%
Copper:0.05mg
2.62%
Selenium:1.34µg
1.92%