Salsa Fresca

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Salsa Fresca
45 min.
3
48kcal

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If you’re looking to spice up your appetizers or add a fresh twist to your snacks, look no further than this vibrant Salsa Fresca! Bursting with flavor and nutrition, this recipe is a delightful blend of ripe tomatoes, zesty jalapeños, and crisp red onions. Perfect for a multitude of occasions—from casual gatherings to elegant parties—this salsa is sure to impress your family and friends.

The best part? This Salsa Fresca is entirely vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for those with dietary preferences or restrictions. Each serving is low in calories yet packed with refreshing ingredients that bring a taste of the sun-drenched garden right to your table.

With a mere 45 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this dish that not only complements chips but can also enhance salads, tacos, and grilled dishes. The combination of sweet tomatoes and spicy jalapeños gives an exciting kick that tantalizes the taste buds! Plus, it’s a fantastic way to encourage everyone to snack healthier.

So gather your ingredients, assemble your cutting board, and let your culinary creativity flow. Dive into the world of fresh flavors with this homemade Salsa Fresca that will undoubtedly become a staple in your cooking repertoire!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons jalapeño chile chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lime 
  • 0.5 cup onion diced red
  • servings try build-a-meal 
  • teaspoons salt 
  •  firm-ripe tomatoes ()

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together 4 firm-ripe tomatoes (1 1/2 lb. total), rinsed, cored, seeded, and chopped; 1/2 cup diced red onion; and 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped jalapeo chile to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories48kcal
Protein14.66%
Fat7%
Carbs78.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.33
Glycemic Load
2.34
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
8.7482609230539%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
1.13mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.32mg
Myricetin
0.22mg
Quercetin
6.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:47.58kcal
2.38%
Fat:0.42g
0.65%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.44%
Carbohydrates:10.63g
3.54%
Net Carbohydrates:7.68g
2.79%
Sugar:5.95g
6.61%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:784.84mg
34.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.99g
3.98%
Vitamin C:37.8mg
45.82%
Vitamin A:1477.06IU
29.54%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.05%
Vitamin K:15µg
14.29%
Potassium:465.72mg
13.31%
Fiber:2.95g
11.79%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.55%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.49%
Folate:33.02µg
8.25%
Magnesium:25.11mg
6.28%
Copper:0.12mg
6.04%
Vitamin B3:1.2mg
5.98%
Phosphorus:56.71mg
5.67%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.41%
Iron:0.6mg
3.33%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.89%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.67%
Calcium:25.47mg
2.55%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.31%
Source:My Recipes