Bright Summer Salad Salsa Recipe

A vibrant fusion of French and Tex-Mex flavors! This light and refreshing Bright Summer Salad Salsa is bursting with fresh, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty red onion. Made without added oil, it's a healthy and delicious side dish or appetizer, perfect for summer gatherings. Get ready to impress your guests with this unique and flavorful creation!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 140 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bright Summer Salad Salsa

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How to Make Bright Summer Salad Salsa

  1. Dice 2 large ripe tomatoes into ½-inch pieces.
  2. Dice ½ of a medium red onion into small pieces.
  3. Dice 1 ripe avocado into ½-inch pieces.
  4. In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh cilantro, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and ⅛ teaspoon of black pepper.
  6. Pour the lime juice mixture over the tomato, avocado and red onion mixture.
  7. Gently toss to combine, being careful not to overmix and mash the avocado.
  8. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

7g

Carbs

4g