MOJITO-STYLE YELLOW TOMATO SALSA

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With grilled tomatoes, crunchy peppers and a sprinkle of mint, this fresh salsa is good on just about everything. Try it in fish tacos, on tortilla chips or by the spoonful! -Patterson Watkins, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds large yellow tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chopped shallot
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3 medium limes
2 teaspoons coarse sugar
12 fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup chopped Cubanelle or banana peppers

Steps:

  • Grill tomatoes, uncovered, on an oiled rack over high heat or broil 3-4 in. from the heat until skin is slightly charred, 3-4 minutes on each side. Cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, combine oil, garlic, shallot and 1/4 teaspoon salt. When tomatoes are cool enough to handle, finely chop; stir in garlic mixture until well combined., Finely grate zest of each lime; set aside. Peel limes and discard white membranes; section limes. In a food processor, pulse lime sections, sugar, mint and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt until finely chopped. Combine with tomatoes; add peppers and lime zest. Mix well., Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Serve with chips or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Imran Ali Imran Ali
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I've made this salsa several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up fresh tomatoes.


yolande demas
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This salsa is easy to make and it tastes great. I love the way the flavors blend together.


Thandi Norah
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This salsa is the perfect addition to any Mexican dish. It's flavorful and has a great kick to it.


Ali Patona
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I've made this salsa several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up fresh tomatoes.


Aarbii Sain
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This salsa is easy to make and it tastes great. I love the way the flavors blend together.


Jaz McGowan
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This salsa is the perfect addition to any Mexican dish. It's flavorful and has a great kick to it.


Peter Kway
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I've made this salsa several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up fresh tomatoes.


Tamitha
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This salsa is easy to make and it tastes great. I love the way the flavors blend together.


Hussnain Jani
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This salsa is the perfect addition to any Mexican dish. It's flavorful and has a great kick to it.


omowunmi ajoke
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I've made this salsa several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up fresh tomatoes.


Haitange Obadja
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This salsa is easy to make and it tastes great. I love the way the flavors blend together.


Uzair Shafeeq123
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This salsa is amazing! It's so flavorful and has a great kick to it. I love the combination of tomatoes, onions, and peppers. It's the perfect addition to any Mexican dish.