Heart-Healthy Fresh Vegetable Salsa

Brighten up your snack table with this Heart-Healthy Fresh Vegetable Salsa, a vibrant and refreshing medley of diced Roma tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, cool cucumber, and zesty jalapeño, all brought together by a splash of tangy lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. This no-cook, superfood-packed recipe is a perfect pairing for whole-grain tortilla chips or as a colorful topping for grilled fish or chicken. With its quick 20-minute prep time, low sodium content, and nutrient-dense ingredients, this salsa is not just a flavor-packed crowd-pleaser—it’s also a guilt-free snack option for heart health enthusiasts. Whether you're hosting a party or simply upgrading your meal, this salsa delivers a burst of freshness in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Roma tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 small Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Wash all the vegetables and cilantro thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

2. Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, even pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

3. Remove the seeds and stem from the red and yellow bell peppers, and finely chop them. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

4. Peel the cucumber, then cut it into small cubes and add it to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

5. Finely chop half of a red onion and add it to the bowl.

Step 6

6. Carefully slice the jalapeño pepper open, remove the seeds (use gloves if sensitive to spicy foods), and finely chop the pepper. Add it to the mix.

Step 7

7. Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the vegetable mixture.

Step 8

8. Mince the garlic clove and add it to the bowl.

Step 9

9. Squeeze lime juice over the vegetables and sprinkle with black pepper. Salt is optional; if desired, add a small amount to taste.

Step 10

10. Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined. Ensure the lime juice and seasonings are evenly distributed.

Step 11

11. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more lime juice or black pepper to enhance flavor.

Step 12

12. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to blend the flavors further. Serve with whole-grain tortilla chips or use as a topping for grilled fish or chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(903.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	208.8

Total Fat 1.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 583.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 7.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 114.6mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1782.2mg	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: 6.8%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 80.5%