Pebre Cilantro Salsa from Chile

Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavor, Pebre Cilantro Salsa is a beloved Chilean condiment that elevates any dish it accompanies. Made with finely chopped fresh cilantro, ripe tomatoes, onions, and a hint of heat from optional chili peppers, this salsa is perfectly balanced with the tang of red wine vinegar and lemon juice, plus the smooth richness of olive oil. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, Pebre is a versatile addition to your table—serve it as a dip with crusty bread, a topping for grilled meats, or a flavorful companion to empanadas. With its vibrant colors and bold taste, this authentic Chilean salsa is a must-try for fans of fresh, homemade condiments.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 medium, finely diced ripe tomatoes
• 1 medium, finely diced onion
• 1 small, finely minced (optional) jalapeño or red chili pepper
• 2 cloves, finely minced fresh garlic
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons, or to taste salt
• 0.25 teaspoons, or to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Finely chop the cilantro leaves and stems, and place them in a medium mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely dice the ripe tomatoes and medium onion. Add them to the bowl with the cilantro.

Step 4

If using a jalapeño or red chili pepper for a spicier salsa, finely mince it and include it in the bowl.

Step 5

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the mixture.

Step 6

Drizzle the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice over the ingredients in the bowl.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 9

Let the Pebre chill in the fridge for at least 10 minutes before serving to meld the flavors.

Step 10

Serve as a dip with crusty bread, tortilla chips, or as a condiment for grilled meats or empanadas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(513.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	513.1

Total Fat 43.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1207.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.1g
Protein 5.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.2mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 995.2mg	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: 73.9%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 22.1%