Heart-Healthy Salsa Blanca
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and creamy 'Heart-Healthy Salsa Blanca'—a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite that's perfect for dipping or drizzling. Packed with protein-rich low-fat Greek yogurt, zesty fresh lime juice, aromatic cilantro, and a hint of spice from minced jalapeño and ground cumin, this homemade salsa combines bold flavors with wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes and featuring no cooking required, this recipe is ideal for busy days or entertaining guests. Whether served as a dip for veggies or a topping on tacos and grilled dishes, this salsa is a tasty, nutrient-rich addition to your table. Plus, its low-fat and heart-healthy profile ensures you can indulge without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the low-fat plain Greek yogurt and fresh lime juice.
Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Add the chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, and minced garlic to the yogurt mixture, stirring gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Add the sliced green onions to the mixture and stir again to incorporate.
Sprinkle the ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper into the bowl.
Stir the entire mixture until all the spices and ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the yogurt base.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning as preferred with additional lime juice or salt.
Transfer the Salsa Blanca to a serving bowl.
Allow the salsa to chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving as a dip or topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.4 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 702 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 832 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
