Tomato-Serrano Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Tomato-Serrano Salsa
20 min.
3
187kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your snacking game with a burst of fresh flavors? This Tomato-Serrano Salsa is the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire, whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home. With its vibrant colors and zesty taste, this salsa is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate.

Made with ripe plum tomatoes and fiery serrano chiles, this salsa brings a delightful kick that will tantalize your taste buds. The freshness of chopped cilantro and the tangy brightness of lime juice perfectly balance the heat, creating a harmonious blend that pairs beautifully with crispy tortilla chips. Plus, it's a versatile dish that can serve as an antipasti, starter, or even a snack, making it a fantastic choice for any occasion.

What’s more, this recipe is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it accessible for a variety of dietary preferences. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves three, with only 187 calories per serving. Whether you're enjoying it at a summer barbecue or as a midnight snack, this Tomato-Serrano Salsa is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients and get ready to dive into a bowl of deliciousness!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • cups plum tomatoes cored finely chopped
  •  serrano chiles minced seeded
  • servings tortilla chips (for serving)
  • cup onion white minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Combine tomatoes and chiles in a mediumbowl.
  2. Place minced onion in a strainer;rinse under cold water for 10 seconds.
  3. Drain well and add to bowl with tomatoes.Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Season withsalt.
  4. Serve with tortilla chips. DO AHEAD: Canbe made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill (salsawill get hotter the longer it sits).

Nutrition Facts

Calories187kcal
Protein8.26%
Fat28.05%
Carbs63.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.33
Glycemic Load
2.71
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.611739365951%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.35mg
Naringenin
1.13mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
2.67mg
Kaempferol
0.49mg
Myricetin
0.22mg
Quercetin
12.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:187.01kcal
9.35%
Fat:6.2g
9.53%
Saturated Fat:0.86g
5.36%
Carbohydrates:31.65g
10.55%
Net Carbohydrates:27.12g
9.86%
Sugar:7.04g
7.82%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:296.53mg
12.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.1g
8.21%
Vitamin C:31.96mg
38.74%
Vitamin A:1387.73IU
27.75%
Vitamin K:20.33µg
19.36%
Fiber:4.53g
18.12%
Potassium:534.51mg
15.27%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.34%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.05%
Vitamin E:1.92mg
12.81%
Magnesium:48.39mg
12.1%
Phosphorus:120.21mg
12.02%
Folate:39.82µg
9.96%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.55%
Copper:0.15mg
7.56%
Vitamin B3:1.32mg
6.6%
Calcium:60.65mg
6.06%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.67%
Iron:1.02mg
5.67%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.13%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.12%
Selenium:1.53µg
2.19%
Source:Epicurious