Serious Heat: Chipotle-Bacon Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Serious Heat: Chipotle-Bacon Salsa
45 min.
4
180kcal

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Are you ready to ignite your taste buds with a fiery twist on a classic favorite? Look no further than our Serious Heat: Chipotle-Bacon Salsa! This delectable salsa is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it the perfect addition to any gathering, but it also promises to be an impressive showstopper at your next get-together. With just 45 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this smoky, savory delight that serves four hungry guests.

The star of this salsa is the crispy bacon, which adds a luscious texture and irresistible flavor. Combined with the bold, smoky notes of chipotle purée and the brightness of fresh lime juice, this recipe elevates traditional salsa to new heights. Toss in diced tomatoes and crunchy red onions for a burst of freshness that perfectly balances the heat. Whether you serve it as an antipasti, a zesty starter, or a tantalizing snack, our chipotle-bacon salsa is sure to leave your guests craving more.

So gather your ingredients, grab a frying pan, and get ready to create a mouthwatering dish that pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips, grilled meats, or even as a topping for tacos. With only 180 calories per serving, you can indulge in this bold flavor explosion guilt-free. Let the Serious Heat Salsa bring a deliciously fiery kick to your dining table!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 pound bacon 
  • 10 ounce canned tomatoes diced canned
  • tablespoon chili puree 
  • teaspoon juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5  onion diced red

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Chop the bacon into 1/4-inch cubes. In a frying pan over medium heat, warm the oil.
  2. Add the bacon, lower the heat, and cook over medium-low heat for about 7 minutes, until lightly browned.
  3. Remove from the pan, and drain well on paper towels.
  4. Drain tomatoes, then place in a bowl, and toss with onion and chipotle purée. Stir in drained bacon pieces, lime juice and pepper, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories180kcal
Protein10.62%
Fat72.92%
Carbs16.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.25
Glycemic Load
1.75
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.9591304633928%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.11mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:180.37kcal
9.02%
Fat:14.97g
23.03%
Saturated Fat:4.29g
26.8%
Carbohydrates:7.6g
2.53%
Net Carbohydrates:5.62g
2.04%
Sugar:3.97g
4.41%
Cholesterol:18.71mg
6.24%
Sodium:281.93mg
12.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.91g
9.81%
Vitamin B3:2.03mg
10.13%
Vitamin E:1.52mg
10.12%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.95%
Vitamin C:7.91mg
9.59%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.21%
Selenium:6.2µg
8.85%
Potassium:286.69mg
8.19%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.18%
Fiber:1.98g
7.92%
Copper:0.15mg
7.43%
Phosphorus:67.82mg
6.78%
Iron:1.19mg
6.59%
Vitamin K:6.09µg
5.8%
Magnesium:19.22mg
4.81%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.76%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.74%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.68%
Vitamin A:164.5IU
3.29%
Folate:11.97µg
2.99%
Calcium:29.33mg
2.93%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.36%