Strawberry Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Strawberry Salsa
75 min.
15
39kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a refreshing twist? Introducing Strawberry Salsa, a vibrant and flavorful dish that's sure to impress your guests at any gathering! This delightful concoction combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the zesty kick of lime and the aromatic notes of fresh herbs. Perfectly versatile, it can be served as a topping for grilled meats or enjoyed on its own with crispy tortilla chips. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or an intimate dinner party, this salsa will be a crowd-pleaser.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also highlights a wonderful medley of textures and flavors that will excite your palate. The creamy diced avocado adds richness, while the sweetened dried cranberries provide a chewy contrast to the fresh strawberries. For a hint of spice, just a touch of crushed red pepper brings an unexpected warmth that will make your taste buds dance.

In just 75 minutes, you can whip up a batch of this Strawberry Salsa that serves 15 people, making it an ideal choice for larger gatherings. With only 39 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So grab your mixing bowl and whisk, and prepare to delight your friends and family with this stunning, colorful creation that embodies the essence of fresh ingredients and culinary creativity!

Ingredients

  • small avocado diced
  • 0.3 cup chives fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup pepper jelly red
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoon lime zest 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • cups strawberries fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together red pepper jelly, chives, cilantro, lime zest, fresh lime juice, and dried crushed red pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in strawberries and sweetened dried cranberries; cover and chill 1 hour. Stir in diced avocado just before serving.
  2. Serve with grilled or pan-fried meats, poultry, or seafood.

Nutrition Facts

Calories39kcal
Protein4.73%
Fat43.48%
Carbs51.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.73
Glycemic Load
0.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.4530435282251%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.38mg
Petunidin
0.02mg
Delphinidin
0.06mg
Pelargonidin
4.77mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.6mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.53mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.6mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:38.74kcal
1.94%
Fat:2.09g
3.21%
Saturated Fat:0.3g
1.85%
Carbohydrates:5.6g
1.87%
Net Carbohydrates:4g
1.45%
Sugar:3.29g
3.65%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.29mg
0.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.51g
1.02%
Vitamin C:20.93mg
25.37%
Vitamin K:6.74µg
6.42%
Fiber:1.6g
6.4%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.6%
Vitamin A:252.16IU
5.04%
Folate:19.35µg
4.84%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.34%
Potassium:116.43mg
3.33%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.15%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.43%
Copper:0.04mg
2.05%
Magnesium:7.95mg
1.99%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.95%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.72%
Phosphorus:14.51mg
1.45%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.25%
Iron:0.22mg
1.2%
Source:My Recipes