Avocado Salsa
Vibrant, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Avocado Salsa recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Perfectly ripe avocados team up with juicy tomatoes, crisp red onion, zesty lime juice, and a kick of heat from jalapeño to create a chunky dip that's as versatile as it is delicious. Enhanced by fragrant cilantro and a touch of garlic, this salsa strikes the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and spicy. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, it's the ideal quick appetizer or topping for tacos, grilled meats, or nachos. Bring this refreshing, nutritious dish to your next gathering and watch it disappear in minutes! Keywords: avocado salsa recipe, fresh avocado salsa, easy avocado dip, homemade salsa.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe avocados
- 2 pieces ripe tomatoes
- 1 piece small red onion
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 piece jalapeño pepper
- 1 piece lime
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece garlic clove
Directions
Step 1
Cut the avocados in half lengthwise. Remove the pits and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl.
Step 2
Dice the ripe tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the avocado.
Step 3
Finely chop the red onion and cilantro, then add both to the bowl.
Step 4
If you prefer a milder salsa, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeño before finely chopping it. Otherwise, chop the whole jalapeño and add it to the mix.
Step 5
Peel and mince the garlic clove, then add it to the bowl.
Step 6
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the avocado mixture.
Step 7
Season with salt and black pepper according to taste.
Step 8
Gently toss all the ingredients together, being careful not to mash the avocado too much. Aim for a chunky texture.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper to suit your preference.
Step 10
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos or grilled meats. Enjoy your fresh, homemade avocado salsa!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 711.6 grams (711.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 586 |
| Total Fat 44.90g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat 6.40g | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1224mg | 53% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51.80g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.10g | 97% |
| Total Sugars 13.70g | |
| Protein 10.10g | 20% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 115mg | 9% |
| Iron 4mg | 20% |
| Potassium 2313mg | 49% |
Source of Calories