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Vegetable Salsa The Mayo Clinic Recipe

Conquer picky eaters with this vibrant, flavorful vegetable salsa, a Mayo Clinic-approved recipe! This recipe is incredibly adaptable – easily adjust the heat with jalapeños, garlic, or even black olives to perfectly suit your taste. A healthier alternative to store-bought salsa, it's significantly lower in sodium (150mg per 1/2 cup vs. up to 400mg in store-bought varieties!). Serve with tortilla chips, eggs, chicken, or anything you crave. Get ready for a delicious and nutritious dip the whole family will love!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 20.4 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Vegetable Salsa The Mayo Clinic

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How to Make Vegetable Salsa The Mayo Clinic

  1. Wash and chop all vegetables: 2 cups chopped tomatoes, 1 cup chopped red onion, 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color), 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and minced (optional), 2-4 cloves garlic, minced (to taste).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine the chopped tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, cilantro, jalapeños (if using), and garlic.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice and 1/4 teaspoon of salt (or to taste).
  4. Gently toss all ingredients to thoroughly combine.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. For best results, let it sit for 1-2 hours.
  6. Serve chilled with your favorite tortilla chips, eggs, grilled chicken, or fish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation For Large Groups Low Protein Healthy Sauces Appetizers Condiments Etc Vegetables Easy No Cook Beginner Cook Diabetic Low Fat Vegetarian Dips Salsas Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Healthy 2 Low In Something Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less Technique