Description
This Cilantro-Lime Avocado Salsa is a refreshing and flavorful combination of creamy avocados, tangy lime, and fresh herbs. It’s a versatile dish that can be served as a dip, topping, or side for various meals.
Ingredients
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Avocado Salsa:
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and finely diced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- juice of 2 limes
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Add Flavors: Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Add minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss and Serve: Toss lightly to combine without mashing the avocados. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve with chips, tacos, or as a topping for various dishes.
Notes
- For extra zest, consider adding lime zest or a splash of hot sauce.
- To prevent browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the salsa’s surface if preparing in advance.
- For more heat, substitute serrano pepper for jalapeño.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
