stephanie’s salsa

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 17

Stephanie’s Salsa: A Tangy and Spicy Snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 ripe tomatoes , peeled , seeded , and diced or 1/2 can tomatoes , cut in small pieces
	1/2 small red onion , chopped
	1 clove garlic , minced
	1/2 jalapeno pepper , cored
	1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
	2 teaspoons olive oil
	2 teaspoons lime juice
	1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce

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Stephanie’s Salsa is a fresh and zesty salsa that is perfect for a summer day. It’s easy and quick to make, requiring only fresh ingredients that are readily available in your local grocery store. The salsa is a perfect snack that can be served with tortilla chips, crackers or even grilled chicken and fish. The tangy and spicy taste of Stephanie’s Salsa is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats and can be served as a side dish at an outdoor BBQ party.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the peeled and diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, minced garlic, and cored jalapeno pepper.
2.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, lime juice, and hot red pepper sauce.
3.	Pour the dressing mixture over the tomato mixture and stir to combine.
4.	Allow the salsa to marinate in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

This salsa is a delicious and healthy snack that is low in calories and fat-free.

Its fresh and tangy taste is perfect for a summer day.

It’s easy and quick to make, requiring only a few fresh ingredients.

CONS

Some people may find this salsa too spicy.

It may not be suitable for people who have a low tolerance for spicy food.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a carotenoid with potent antioxidant properties.
It may also help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer, heart disease, and stroke.
Jalapenos, on the other hand, are rich in capsaicin, an antioxidant that may lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation.