Jalapeno Olive Salsa Recipe

Spice up your life with this easy Jalapeno Olive Salsa recipe from Canadian Living Magazine! Customize the heat to your liking – from mild and refreshing to fiery hot. Even better, it's surprisingly simple to make, and no olives are necessary if you prefer. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for grilled chicken or fish, or a vibrant addition to your next taco night!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 488.1 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Jalapeno Olive Salsa

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How to Make Jalapeno Olive Salsa

  1. Finely dice 4 cups ripe tomatoes.
  2. Finely chop 1/2 cup green onions.
  3. Mince 2 cloves garlic.
  4. Finely chop 1-3 jalapenos, removing seeds and membranes for less heat.
  5. (Optional) Pit and chop 1/2 cup Kalamata olives.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, green onions, garlic, jalapenos, and olives (if using).
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Gently stir the wet ingredients into the tomato mixture.
  9. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
  10. Serve with tortilla chips or your favorite accompaniments.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

30g

Carbs

7g