Nutrition Facts for Vegan salsa brava

Vegan Salsa Brava

Elevate your plant-based culinary game with this flavorful and fiery Vegan Salsa Brava, a classic Spanish-inspired sauce reimagined for everyone to enjoy. This quick and easy recipe combines the smoky warmth of paprika with the tangy kick of red wine vinegar, balanced by the sweetness of crushed tomatoes and a touch of sugar. Perfectly seasoned and prepared in just 30 minutes, this versatile salsa can be served warm or at room temperature, making it an ideal pairing for crispy potatoes, roasted veggies, or even as a zesty dip. Whether you prefer it chunky or blended to a velvety smoothness, this vegan-friendly sauce is a must-have for adding bold, smoky spice to your next meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:30 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium, finely chopped onion
  • 3 cloves, minced garlic
  • 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon hot paprika or cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 5

Add the smoked paprika, hot paprika or cayenne pepper, and sugar, stirring well.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 7

Stir in the red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Step 9

For a smoother salsa, you can blend the mixture with an immersion blender or in a regular blender until desired consistency is reached.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (613.1g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 461.6
Total Fat 29.6g 0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1689.5mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.5g 0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g 0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 8.2g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 161.0mg 0%
Iron 4.9mg 0%
Potassium 1714.9mg 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: 54.5%
Protein: 6.7%
Carbs: 38.8%