Salsa Roja

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Salsa Roja
45 min.
24
21kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a vibrant and zesty Salsa Roja? This delightful recipe is not only bursting with fresh flavors but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it a perfect choice for everyone at your gathering. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a festive celebration, this salsa is sure to impress your guests.

With its combination of juicy plum tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a kick of jalapeño, Salsa Roja is a refreshing addition to any antipasti platter or snack table. The balance of tangy lime juice and rich balsamic vinegar adds depth to the salsa, while the fresh cilantro and parsley bring a burst of color and freshness. Plus, it's incredibly easy to prepare—just toss the ingredients together, chill, and you’re ready to serve!

This recipe is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a versatile option for those with dietary restrictions. At just 21 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Perfect for dipping with tortilla chips, drizzling over grilled vegetables, or as a topping for tacos, Salsa Roja is a must-have in your culinary repertoire. Get ready to enjoy a deliciously fresh and healthy treat that will leave everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes undrained chopped canned
  • 0.8 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • large jalapeño peppers diced seeded
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • 1.3 cups onion chopped
  • tablespoons oregano fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • cups plum tomatoes fresh diced
  • 1.5 cups bell pepper diced red
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 5.5 ounce no-salt-added vegetable juice canned

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl; toss gently.
  2. Combine cilantro and remaining ingredients in a small bowl, and stir well. Stir cilantro mixture into tomato mixture. Chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories21kcal
Protein14.06%
Fat6.6%
Carbs79.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.5
Glycemic Load
1.16
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
4.6682609397432%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.23mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Apigenin
1.35mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
2.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:21.44kcal
1.07%
Fat:0.18g
0.27%
Saturated Fat:0.03g
0.2%
Carbohydrates:4.83g
1.61%
Net Carbohydrates:3.59g
1.31%
Sugar:2.58g
2.87%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:61.13mg
2.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.86g
1.71%
Vitamin C:22.13mg
26.83%
Vitamin K:17.63µg
16.79%
Vitamin A:654.83IU
13.1%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.05%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.02%
Fiber:1.24g
4.98%
Potassium:165.51mg
4.73%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.09%
Iron:0.64mg
3.56%
Folate:14.01µg
3.5%
Copper:0.06mg
2.88%
Magnesium:10.23mg
2.56%
Vitamin B3:0.49mg
2.44%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.27%
Calcium:22.48mg
2.25%
Phosphorus:18.94mg
1.89%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.7%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.26%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes