Aji Colombian Salsa

Elevate your meals with the vibrant and zesty flavors of Aji Colombian Salsa, a beloved condiment from Colombian cuisine that bursts with freshness and spice! This no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and features a medley of diced tomatoes, crisp white onion, fresh cilantro, scallions, and a fiery kick from jalapeño or chili pepper. Balanced with tangy white vinegar, bright lime juice, and a drizzle of olive oil, this salsa is the perfect blend of bold and refreshing. Whether you're topping grilled meats, enhancing your favorite arepas, or using it as a dip for crunchy plantain chips, this versatile salsa will infuse any dish with authentic Colombian flair. Plus, it's easy to customize—adjust the heat, add water for a thinner consistency, or let it chill to enhance the flavors even more. Your taste buds are in for a treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium (diced) Tomatoes
• 0.5 medium (finely chopped) White onion
• 0.5 cup (finely chopped) Cilantro
• 2 stalks (finely chopped) Scallions
• 1 small (seeded and finely minced) Jalapeño or chili pepper
• 1 clove (minced) Garlic
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (optional, for thinner consistency) Water

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing all your vegetables. Dice the tomatoes into small pieces, finely chop the onion, cilantro, and scallions, and mince the jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat). Mince the garlic clove.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, cilantro, scallions, jalapeño, and garlic.

Step 3

Add the white vinegar, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together thoroughly.

Step 4

If the mixture seems too thick or you'd like a thinner salsa, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water and stir to incorporate.

Step 5

Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning as needed by adding more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño for extra spice.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the salsa rest in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	486.9 grams (486.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	238

Total Fat 15.00g	19%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1201mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 24.50g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5.50g	20%
Total Sugars 11.20g
Protein 3.80g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 80mg	6%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 868mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 39.5%