Green Apple Chipotle Salsa Recipe

Spice up your next party with this vibrant Green Apple Chipotle Salsa! A sweet and smoky explosion of flavor, this easy-to-make dip is perfect for tortilla chips, grilled meats, or as a topping for tacos. Ready in under 30 minutes (plus chilling time), this recipe is a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 148.4 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Green Apple Chipotle Salsa

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How to Make Green Apple Chipotle Salsa

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, and cook for 2 minutes, until softened.
  2. Add 2 medium green apples, cored and diced, to the pan.
  3. Cover the pan and cook for 8 minutes, or until the apples are slightly softened but still hold their shape, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  5. While the apples cool, combine 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (plus 1 teaspoon of adobo sauce), 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth.
  6. Transfer the chipotle puree to a medium bowl. Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon molasses, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  7. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
  8. Add the cooled cooked apples and onions to the chipotle mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  9. Cover the salsa and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

76g

Fat

3g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Green Apple Chipotle Salsa?

Green Apple Chipotle Salsa takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Green Apple Chipotle Salsa?

Green Apple Chipotle Salsa has approximately 148.4 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Green Apple Chipotle Salsa?

The key ingredients for Green Apple Chipotle Salsa are Vegetable Oil, Yellow Onion, Granny Smith Apples, Chipotle Chiles In Adobo, White Vinegar, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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