Salsa Guasacaca Venezuelan Avocado Salsa

Dive into the vibrant flavors of South America with Salsa Guasacaca, a creamy Venezuelan avocado salsa bursting with fresh ingredients and zesty zest! Made with ripe avocados, green bell pepper, herbs like cilantro and parsley, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a bright squeeze of lime, this recipe is your go-to for adding a punch of bold flavor to any dish. Perfectly versatile, this no-cook salsa is ready in just 15 minutes and serves as a perfect dip for tortilla chips, a topping for grilled meats, or a flavorful spread for sandwiches. Customize the heat level by adding optional jalapeño or serrano pepper for a spicy kick. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, Salsa Guasacaca will quickly become a staple for entertaining or everyday meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole Ripe avocados
• 1 whole Green bell pepper
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 medium White onion
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 whole Optional jalapeño or serrano pepper (for heat)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.

Step 2

Chop the green bell pepper into smaller pieces and add it to the blender.

Step 3

Roughly chop the white onion and add it to the blender, along with the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Add the fresh cilantro, parsley, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

Step 5

If using jalapeño or serrano pepper for heat, trim off the stem, slice it lengthwise, and remove the seeds before adding it to the blender. (You can leave some seeds if you prefer more spice.)

Step 6

Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 7

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, lime juice, or pepper.

Step 8

Transfer the Salsa Guasacaca to a serving dish and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a dip, sauce, or accompaniment with your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(816.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1122.6

Total Fat 100.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2420.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 12.0g
Protein 10.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 155.5mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 2369.4mg	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: 77.4%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 18.9%