Best 7 Chips And Salsa Salad Recipes

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**Chips and Salsa Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Dish**

The chips and salsa salad is a delightful and vibrant dish that combines the classic flavors of tortilla chips, salsa, and a variety of fresh vegetables. This salad is perfect for a light lunch, a refreshing snack, or as a side dish for a Mexican-inspired meal. The combination of textures and flavors in this salad is simply irresistible. The crispy tortilla chips add a delightful crunch, while the salsa provides a tangy and spicy kick. The fresh vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, add a crisp and refreshing element to the salad. With three different recipes to choose from, there's a chips and salsa salad for every taste. The classic recipe combines tortilla chips, salsa, tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers. The black bean and corn salsa recipe adds a zesty twist with black beans, corn, and a creamy avocado dressing. And for those who prefer a spicy kick, the spicy salsa recipe is sure to satisfy with its blend of jalapeños, habaneros, and cayenne pepper.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SALSA AND CHIPS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ripe tomatoes or 4 plum tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped (about 3 tablespoons)
1 jalapeno (or to taste), minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Tortilla Chips, recipe follows
Vegetable oil for frying
Twelve 6-inch corn tortillas (preferably white)
Fine salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, coriander. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside for 1 hour. Serve with Tortilla Chips.
  • Pour the oil into a large heavy-bottomed pot to a depth of about 2 inches. Place a deep-frying thermometer in the pot. Heat the oil over medium heat to 360 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, stack the tortillas, and cut the pile into sixths to make chips.
  • Raise the heat to high. Working in batches, fry the chips, turning them with a skimmer or slotted spoon, until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chips to a paper towel-lined pan to drain. (Return the oil to the proper temperature between batches.) Cool and season with salt. Serve.

FRUIT SALAD SALSA WITH CINNAMON TORTILLA CHIPS



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Salsa with strawberries, blueberries and nectarines makes a refreshing side dish. We scoop it up using tortilla chips sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. -Adan Franco, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 cups salsa (80 chips).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium apples, finely chopped
2 medium nectarines or peaches, finely chopped
2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Dash salt
CHIPS:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
10 flour tortillas (8 inches)
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Refrigerate until serving., In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Cut each tortilla into 8 wedges. In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry chips, several at a time, 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., Transfer chips to a large bowl; sprinkle with sugar mixture and gently toss to coat. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ANNIE'S FRUIT SALSA AND CINNAMON CHIPS



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Easy to make, tasty fruit salsa and cinnamon tortilla chips. Great as an appetizer or a snack. Great for anytime!

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Kids     Healthy

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 Golden Delicious apples - peeled, cored and diced
8 ounces raspberries
1 pound strawberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
butter flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, Golden Delicious apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. Cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. Cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. Spray again with cooking spray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. Repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. Allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. Serve with chilled fruit mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Carbohydrate 59 g, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 461.7 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

HOMEMADE SALSA AND TORTILLA CHIPS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound tomatoes, diced
1 red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeno, finely diced and seeded
1 clove garlic, smashed
1 lime, juiced
3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Peanut oil, for frying
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
8 to 12 corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Add all salsa ingredients to a bowl and toss.
  • For the chips:
  • Preheat peanut oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix the salt and chipotle powder together in a small bowl.
  • Arrange the corn tortillas in a stack and cut into 6 equal wedges. Drop into the oil, in batches, and fry until crisp and golden. Remove from the fryer to a paper towel lined sheet tray. Sprinkle the chips immediately with the seasoned salt and serve with the salsa.

LIME TORTILLA CHIPS AND ROASTED SALSA



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 slicing tomatoes, quartered (about 3 pounds)
2 cloves garlic
1 jalapeno
1 white onion, quartered
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons white distilled vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Juice of 2 limes
One 12-ounce bag corn tortilla chips
Zest of 2 limes
Juice of 1 lime

Steps:

  • For the roasted salsa: Position a rack on the top of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, the tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno, onions and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast until soft, 20 to 25 minutes. Add the roasted vegetables to a food processor with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, the cilantro, vinegar, sugar and lime juice. Pulse until chunky. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, for the lime tortilla chips: Place the chips on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake, about 5 minutes. Drizzle with the lime zest, lime juice and toss. Serve with the roasted salsa.

FRUIT SALSA WITH CINNAMON CHIPS



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I first made this fresh, fruity salsa for a family baby shower. Everyone wanted the recipe. Now, someone makes this juicy snack for just about every family gathering-and I have to keep reminding everyone who introduced it! -Jessica Robinson, Indian Trail, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 cups salsa (80 chips).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
1 medium navel orange, peeled and finely chopped
3 medium kiwifruit, peeled and finely chopped
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
CINNAMON CHIPS:
10 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving., For chips, brush tortillas with butter; cut each into 8 wedges. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over wedges. Place on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 350° for 5-10 minutes or just until crisp. Serve with fruit salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

WARM SOUTHWEST SALSA WITH TORTILLA CHIPS



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Turn up the heat at your Mexican-themed party with a hot dip that's loaded with tomatoes, corn, black beans and flavor. Make it in 30 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cans (10 oz each) petite diced tomatoes with lime juice and cilantro, drained
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
2 medium tomatillos, husks removed, rinsed and finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 jalapeño chile, seeded, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (2 oz)
12 oz yellow tortilla chips
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Steps:

  • Lightly spray 1 1/2-quart round microwavable casserole with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix all ingredients except cheese, tortilla chips and cilantro. Spoon into casserole. Sprinkle cheese evenly over top.
  • Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 7 minutes or until warm. Sprinkle with cilantro. Place casserole on large round platter; surround with tortilla chips. Serve immediately. (Salsa will be saucy; serve with slotted spoon.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh ingredients: Use ripe tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and flavorful onions for the best-tasting salsa. Fresh cilantro and lime juice add a pop of flavor and brightness.
  • Don't over-process the salsa: A chunky salsa has more texture and flavor than a smooth one. Use a sharp knife to dice the vegetables into small pieces, or pulse them in a food processor a few times until they are chopped but not pureed.
  • Let the flavors meld: The longer the salsa sits, the more the flavors will meld together. Make it ahead of time and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving, or even overnight for the best flavor.
  • Serve with your favorite chips: Chips are the classic way to serve salsa, but you can also use it as a topping for tacos, burritos, nachos, or grilled chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

Chips and salsa salad is a quick, easy, and delicious appetizer or side dish. With its fresh, flavorful ingredients, it's a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give chips and salsa salad a try.

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