Vegetable Salsa the Mayo Clinic
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Vegetable Salsa from the Mayo Clinic is a healthy and vibrant addition to any meal. Packed with crisp Roma tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, zesty red onion, and the bold kick of jalapeño, this easy-to-make salsa is a colorful combination of textures and tastes. A hint of lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro bring the ingredients together for a perfectly balanced blend that's both refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile recipe is perfect as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for grilled meats or fish, or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Enjoy a guilt-free, nutrient-packed salsa that adds a burst of flavor to your table while being easy to prepare and store!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 pieces Red onion
- 1 piece Green bell pepper
- 1 piece Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water and pat dry.
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small cubes and add them to a medium mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and green bell pepper, then add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel the cucumber, if desired, and dice into small cubes. Add the cucumber to the mixing bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves finely and add them to the vegetable mixture.
For a bit of spice, finely mince the jalapeño pepper, removing the seeds for a milder salsa or keeping them for extra heat. Add to the bowl.
Add the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper to the mixing bowl.
Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly mixed.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño to suit your preference.
Serve immediately as a dip with tortilla chips, as a topping for grilled meats or fish, or as a vibrant side dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1553 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.
