Heart-Healthy Habanero Salsa

Elevate your snacking game with this vibrant and nutritious Heart-Healthy Habanero Salsa—a fiery yet balanced addition to your clean-eating repertoire! This recipe combines sweet, juicy diced tomatoes and crunchy red bell pepper with the zesty heat of habanero peppers, tempered by creamy avocado and the bright, citrusy pop of freshly-squeezed lime juice. Enhanced with heart-friendly olive oil, fragrant cumin, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, every bite is a flavorful medley of textures and tastes bursting with freshness. Quick to prepare and naturally low in sodium, this salsa is perfect for those seeking a spicy yet health-conscious dip or topping. Serve it with whole-grain tortilla chips, or pair it with grilled fish or chicken for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing treat. Ideal for anyone looking for a spicy, plant-based, and heart-smart recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
• 2 whole habanero peppers, seeds removed and finely chopped
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0 sea salt, to taste
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your ingredients. Finely chop the habanero peppers after removing the seeds. Dice the tomatoes and red bell pepper, and chop the red onion and fresh cilantro.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, habanero peppers, red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, cumin, and season with ground black pepper and a pinch of sea salt.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil and squeeze the fresh lime juice over the mixture, then gently fold in the diced avocado.

Step 5

Mix all ingredients together until they are well combined, being careful not to mash the avocado too much.

Step 6

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning with more lime juice or salt if desired.

Step 7

Let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together completely.

Step 8

Serve with whole grain tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled fish or chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1558.2 grams (1558.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	743

Total Fat 47.90g	61%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 489mg	21%
Total Carbohydrate 81.30g	30%
Dietary Fiber 33.80g	121%
Total Sugars 36.40g
Protein 18.40g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245mg	19%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 4036mg	86%

*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: 51.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 39.2%