Moroccan Salsa

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Ingredients

  • 3 medium red bell peppers
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives or 1/2 cup other brine-cured black olives
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup golden raisin
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons packed chopped of fresh mint
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon scant cayenne

Instructions

  1. Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides, turning frequently with tongs.
  2. Transfer peppers to medium bowl. Cover with foil; let stand 10 minutes.
  3. Peel, seed and coarsely chop peppers; return to same bowl.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy small skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add cumin and cinnamon; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  6. Pour oil mixture over peppers.
  7. Mix in olives, next 7 ingredients and 2 tablespoons oil.
  8. Season salsa with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature, tossing occasionally.).

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

623 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.6g 27% DV
Total Fat 37.8g 48% DV
Carbs 76g 28% DV
Fiber 20.7g 74% DV
Sugar 27.2g 54% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 517.8mg 23% DV
Potassium 1933mg 41% DV
Cholesterol 3.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 98mcg 11% DV
Vitamin C 147.6mg 100% DV
Calcium 871.8mg 67% DV
Iron 30mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-fiber

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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