Italian Style Salsa
Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, this Italian Style Salsa is a zesty twist on a classic favorite, perfect for elevating any meal or gathering. Combining juicy Roma tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and parsley with tangy capers and a hint of garlic, this no-cook recipe is a harmonious blend of fresh and bold ingredients. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a splash of balsamic vinegar, this salsa is seasoned to perfection with a touch of crushed red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an incredibly versatile dish that shines as a dip for crusty bread, a topping for grilled meats, or a fresh complement to pasta and roasted vegetables. Whether you’re hosting or craving a quick Mediterranean-inspired treat, this Italian salsa is a must-try delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Roma tomatoes
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Wash and dice the Roma tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and parsley, and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel and finely dice the red onion, then add it to the mixture.
Mince the garlic cloves and incorporate them into the salsa.
Add the capers to the mixture and stir to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salsa mixture.
Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to taste, then stir well to ensure all flavors are combined.
Cover the bowl and let the salsa sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a dip with crusty bread or as a topping for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or pasta dishes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1627 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1555 mg | 33% | |
*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.
