Zucchini Salsa

Bright, fresh, and packed with garden-fresh flavors, this Zucchini Salsa is a vibrant twist on the classic condiment. Featuring crisp diced zucchini, juicy tomatoes, zesty red onion, and a hint of heat from jalapeño, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings. A squeeze of lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of ground cumin create a tangy, aromatic dressing that ties everything together. Whether you serve it with tortilla chips, spoon it over grilled chicken, or use it as a taco topper, this healthy zucchini salsa is a low-calorie, flavor-packed option that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 small red onion
• 2 medium tomato
• 0.5 cup cilantro
• 1 medium jalapeño
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the zucchini, tomato, jalapeño, and cilantro.

Step 2

Dice the zucchini into small, even-sized cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the zucchini.

Step 4

Dice the tomatoes, removing the seeds if desired, and mix them into the bowl.

Step 5

Mince the garlic clove finely and add it to the mixture.

Step 6

Chop the cilantro and thinly slice the jalapeño (remove the seeds for less heat, or leave them in for a spicier salsa). Add these to the bowl.

Step 7

Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice over the mixture.

Step 8

Sprinkle in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Gently toss all the ingredients together until thoroughly combined.

Step 10

Let the salsa sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	884.7 grams (884.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	446

Total Fat 16.40g	21%
Saturated Fat 2.50g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7269mg	316%
Total Carbohydrate 72.00g	26%
Dietary Fiber 9.30g	33%
Total Sugars 54.80g
Protein 9.20g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150mg	12%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 1665mg	35%

*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: 31.2%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 61.0%