Mediterranean Diet Avocado Salsa

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Avocado Salsa, a fresh and wholesome twist on traditional salsa that’s bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors. Featuring creamy diced avocados, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, briny kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese, this salsa is a delightful blend of textures and tastes. A zesty lemon and garlic olive oil dressing ties everything together, while fresh parsley adds a fragrant herbal note. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with heart-healthy ingredients, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a dip with pita chips, a topping for grilled fish or chicken, or even a side dish at your next gathering. With its nutrient-dense ingredients and Mediterranean-inspired flair, this avocado salsa is both delicious and diet-friendly!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole ripe avocados
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 0.25 cup kalamata olives
• 0.25 cup feta cheese
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the avocados in half, remove the pit, and gently scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl. Dice the avocados into bite-size pieces.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the avocados.

Step 3

Peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes and add it to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the red onion and add it to the mixture.

Step 5

Pit and slice the kalamata olives, then add them to the salsa.

Step 6

Crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle it over the mixture.

Step 7

Chop the fresh parsley finely and add it to the bowl.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and minced garlic clove to create a dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the avocado mixture and gently mix to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Season with sea salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 11

Let the salsa rest for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	848.8 grams (848.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941

Total Fat 81.90g	105%
Saturated Fat 15.40g	77%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 33mg	11%
Sodium 2349mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 51.80g	19%
Dietary Fiber 28.20g	101%
Total Sugars 10.70g
Protein 15.20g	30%

Vitamin D 6IU	30%
Calcium 367mg	28%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 2319mg	49%

*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: 73.3%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 20.6%