Summer Fresh Salsa

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Ingredients

  • 3 -4 lbs tomatoes
  • 1 small chopped onion
  • 1 chopped green pepper
  • 1 chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1 serrano pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 4 fresh minced garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup sugar

Instructions

  1. Submerge the tomatoes into boiling water for 30 seconds and then plunge into cold water to remove the skins.
  2. Squeeze the tomato over the sink to remove excess juice (if you don't your salsa will be watery).
  3. Place in a large bowl and using your hands or potato masher smash the tomato up till no big chunks.
  4. Stir in onion, peppers (you may wish to taste the salsa as you add the serrano to control the heat), cilantro, and garlic.
  5. Add sugar, then salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Chill 1/2 hour before serving to incorporate the flavors. time includes chill time.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

267 kcal 13% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10g 20% DV
Total Fat 9.2g 12% DV
Carbs 41.5g 15% DV
Fiber 6.4g 23% DV
Sugar 6.3g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10036.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 1374.8mg 29% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 116.8mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 192.8mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 345.3mg 27% DV
Iron 12.4mg 69% DV

* % 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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