Heart-Healthy Salsa Blanca
Elevate your appetizers and meals with this tangy and creamy Heart-Healthy Salsa Blanca, a guilt-free twist on a classic dip made with low-fat plain Greek yogurt as its silky base. Bursting with fresh, zesty flavors from lime juice, cilantro, and green onions, and spiced with a hint of cumin and jalapeño for a subtle kick, this easy no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a refreshing dip for veggies, a topping for grilled proteins, or even as a dollop on tacos, this high-protein, low-fat salsa is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a gathering or meal-prepping for the week, this wholesome, heart-healthy recipe is sure to delight.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, add the low-fat plain Greek yogurt and fresh lime juice.
Step 2
Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Add the chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, and minced garlic to the yogurt mixture, stirring gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Step 4
Add the sliced green onions to the mixture and stir again to incorporate.
Step 5
Sprinkle the ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper into the bowl.
Step 6
Stir the entire mixture until all the spices and ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the yogurt base.
Step 7
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning as preferred with additional lime juice or salt.
Step 8
Transfer the Salsa Blanca to a serving bowl.
Step 9
Allow the salsa to chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving as a dip or topping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (468.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 243.9 |
| Total Fat 6.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 24.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 701.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.3g | |
| Protein 28.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 392.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 832.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories