Hot Sweet No Tomato Salsa Recipe

Escape the ordinary with this vibrant, sweet, and spicy salsa! Made without tomatoes, this refreshing recipe bursts with the flavors of cucumber, papaya (or mango!), and a touch of heat. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a spread for crackers, or a topping for grilled fish or chicken. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 108.4 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Sweet No Tomato Salsa

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How to Make Hot Sweet No Tomato Salsa

  1. Pare and halve 1 large cucumber. Remove seeds and discard. Finely chop the cucumber.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped cucumber with 1/2 cup finely chopped pimentos, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons chopped green onion, 1 tablespoon lime zest, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste).
  3. Gently stir in 1 cup diced fresh papaya (or mango; cantaloupe works in a pinch).
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Chilling for longer will enhance the taste.
  5. Serve chilled as a dip with your favorite tortilla chips or crackers. It's also delicious as a topping for grilled fish, chicken, or tacos!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

0g

Carbs

9g