VEGETABLE SALSA - THE MAYO CLINIC

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Excellent way to get kids (young and old) to eat their veggies. This recipe is easily adjustable to suit your tastes. If you prefer hotter salsa, add finely chopped jalapeno peppers. (I typically use 2 jalapenos, seeded). If you love garlic, add more....if you don't, add less. You could also add chopped black olives. Great served with chips, omelets, chicken, etc. From the Mayo Clinic website. Dietitian's tip: Store-bought salsa can have as much as 400 milligrams of sodium in 1/4 cup. This thick vegetable salsa has much less sodium: 150 milligrams in 1/2 cup. Note: recipe yield somewhat depends on the size of the produce you use.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 8 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup diced zucchini (approximately 1 small zucchini)
1 cup chopped red onion
2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 green bell peppers, seeded and diced
4 tomatoes, diced
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons sugar (I omit) (optional)
1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 -3 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (I seed the jalapenos, then dice, if you like your salsa extra spicy you can always leave in the seed) (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash vegetables and prepare as directed. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Toss gently to mix. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.4, Fat 0.2, Sodium 149.3, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 0.8

Hamsi Bey
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I'm not a fan of mayonnaise, so I was hesitant to try this recipe. But I was pleasantly surprised! The mayonnaise actually mellowed out the flavors of the vegetables and gave the salsa a creamy, rich texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Bestina Adaorji
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This salsa was a bit too bland for my taste, but it was still a good base recipe. I added some diced jalapeños and chili powder to give it a little more kick.


Shakilhossin Shakilhossin
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This salsa was a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They loved the creamy texture and the mild flavor.


hameed haqmal
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This salsa was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I think I would use less jalapeño next time.


Cat Lane
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I love this salsa! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of vegetables and mayonnaise. It's the perfect dip for chips, tacos, or burritos.


Bezawit Asefa
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This salsa was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I probably wouldn't make it again.


Patricia Van Tonder
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I'm always looking for new salsa recipes, and this one did not disappoint! The combination of vegetables and mayonnaise was unique and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Keitumetse Moledi
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This salsa was a great way to use up some extra vegetables I had in my fridge. It was quick and easy to make, and it tasted delicious. I served it with chips and it was a hit!


Prakash Sunuwar
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I made this salsa for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Delsta Harold
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This salsa was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add some diced jalapeños or chili powder next time to give it a little more kick.


sha Dot
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I was skeptical about the mayonnaise in this recipe, but it actually worked really well! The salsa was creamy and flavorful, and it was a great addition to our tacos.


HASH'D
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This salsa was so easy to make and it tasted delicious! I used fresh tomatoes, onions, and cilantro from my garden and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Juan Colon
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I'm not usually a fan of salsa because I find it to be too spicy, but this one was perfect! The combination of vegetables and mayonnaise gave it a creamy, mild flavor that I really enjoyed.


Juby Phonic
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This salsa was a huge hit at our summer potluck! It had a nice chunky texture and the flavors really popped. I would definitely make this again next summer.