Dairy-Free Salsa Portuguesa

Bright, fresh, and bursting with bold flavors, this Dairy-Free Salsa Portuguesa is a delightful twist on a classic Portuguese-inspired salsa. Made with ripe tomatoes, crisp red bell peppers, zesty green olives, and aromatic herbs like parsley and cilantro, this vibrant recipe is a celebration of wholesome, plant-based ingredients. A tangy blend of olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and a hint of cayenne pepper adds a punchy finish, making it the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or crusty bread. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this chilled salsa is ideal for summer gatherings or as a healthy topping for your favorite dishes. Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free, it’s a versatile crowd-pleaser packed with fresh, Mediterranean-inspired goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup green olives
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing all produce thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Remove the seeds and stem from the red bell pepper, then dice it into small pieces similar in size to the tomatoes. Add to the mixing bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the yellow onion and garlic cloves. Add the onion and garlic to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Slice the green olives into thin rounds. Add them to the bowl with the other ingredients.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh parsley and cilantro, discarding any large stems. Add the chopped herbs to the mixing bowl.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture in the large bowl. Toss everything together until the salsa is well coated and evenly mixed.

Step 8

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or cayenne as desired.

Step 9

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a topping for grilled meats, seafood, or fresh bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1272.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	959.4

Total Fat 77.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4401.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 12.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.5mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2613.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.7%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 24.1%