Vegetable Salsa the Mayo Clinic

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Vegetable Salsa from the Mayo Clinic is a healthy and vibrant addition to any meal. Packed with crisp Roma tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, zesty red onion, and the bold kick of jalapeño, this easy-to-make salsa is a colorful combination of textures and tastes. A hint of lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro bring the ingredients together for a perfectly balanced blend that's both refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile recipe is perfect as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for grilled meats or fish, or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Enjoy a guilt-free, nutrient-packed salsa that adds a burst of flavor to your table while being easy to prepare and store!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 pieces Red onion
• 1 piece Green bell pepper
• 1 piece Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water and pat dry.

Step 2

Dice the Roma tomatoes into small cubes and add them to a medium mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion and green bell pepper, then add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber, if desired, and dice into small cubes. Add the cucumber to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Chop the fresh cilantro leaves finely and add them to the vegetable mixture.

Step 6

For a bit of spice, finely mince the jalapeño pepper, removing the seeds for a milder salsa or keeping them for extra heat. Add to the bowl.

Step 7

Add the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper to the mixing bowl.

Step 8

Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly mixed.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño to suit your preference.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a dip with tortilla chips, as a topping for grilled meats or fish, or as a vibrant side dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(878.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	294.5

Total Fat 15.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1218.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 6.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 143.0mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1553.1mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 48.4%