Vegan Fresh Tomato Dip
Brighten up your snack table with this irresistible Vegan Fresh Tomato Dip, a vibrant medley of ripe tomatoes, zesty lime juice, and aromatic garlic. Perfectly balanced with the subtle heat of jalapeño and the freshness of cilantro, this no-cook recipe is as easy as it is delicious, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time. The addition of extra virgin olive oil creates a silky texture, while red onion and a dash of salt and pepper bring out the rich, natural flavors of the tomatoes. Ideal for dipping tortilla chips, pairing with fresh veggies, or spreading on crusty bread, this chilled tomato dip is a summertime essential and a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Completely plant-based and gluten-free, it's a wholesome choice for a variety of diets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 large garlic clove
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño pepper
Instructions
Begin by washing the tomatoes, then core them and roughly chop into small pieces. Place the chopped tomatoes into a medium-sized bowl.
Finely dice half of a medium red onion and add it to the tomatoes.
Peel and finely mince one large garlic clove, then add it to the tomato mixture.
Dice a small jalapeño pepper, removing seeds if a milder dip is desired, and add it to the bowl.
Chop fresh cilantro and measure out 0.25 cup, then add to the mixing bowl.
Add 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice to the tomato mixture to enhance the flavors.
Pour 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil into the mixture to add richness.
Season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to taste.
Gently mix all ingredients together until well combined, ensuring the tomatoes and other vegetables are evenly coated with lime juice and olive oil.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
After chilling, stir the dip once more and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1223 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1969 mg | 42% | |
*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.
