Zucchini Tomato Salsa Recipe

This vibrant Zucchini Tomato Salsa is a Taste of Home contest winner! Jennifer Magrey's ingenious recipe transforms garden-fresh zucchini into a versatile and colorful salsa perfect for everything from tortilla chips to baked potatoes. Imagine its bright, fresh flavors on crackers, burgers, or even as a creamy spread with cream cheese! This easy recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful summer salsa!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 39.2 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Zucchini Tomato Salsa

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How to Make Zucchini Tomato Salsa

  1. Dice 2 medium zucchini into ½-inch pieces. Finely chop 1 medium red onion.
  2. Roughly chop 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes.
  3. Mince 2 cloves of garlic.
  4. Combine the diced zucchini, red onion, crushed tomatoes, garlic, ½ cup chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (adjust to your spice preference), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper in a medium bowl.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  8. Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl using a slotted spoon to remove excess liquid if desired.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite tortilla chips, crackers, or as a topping for burgers, baked potatoes, or cream cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g