Description
Fresh and vibrant avocado salsa packed with flavor! This easy recipe combines creamy avocado with red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and spices for a delicious dip or topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe avocados, pitted and diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Optional: 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- Optional: 1 mango, peeled and diced
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a medium-sized bowl, gently combine the diced avocados, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, and diced red bell pepper. Be careful not to mash the avocados too much.
- Add Aromatics and Herbs: Add the chopped cilantro and minced garlic to the bowl.
- Incorporate Lime Juice and Olive Oil: Pour the lime juice and olive oil over the avocado mixture.
- Spice it Up: Sprinkle the cumin and chili powder over the salsa.
- Season to Perfection: Season the salsa with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Optional Additions: If using corn kernels, black beans, or mango, gently fold them into the salsa.
- Taste and Adjust: Give the salsa a good stir and then taste it. Adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, lime juice, or spices to your liking.
- Let the Flavors Meld: For the best flavor, cover the salsa and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled chicken, fish, or as a topping for salads.
- Garnishing (Optional): Before serving, you can garnish the salsa with a sprinkle of extra cilantro or a few lime wedges.
- Storage: Store any leftover avocado salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 2 days, but the avocado may start to brown slightly.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of jalapeño to control the spice level. Remove seeds for milder salsa.
- Avocado Ripeness: Use ripe but firm avocados.
- Onion Options: Red onion is preferred, but white or yellow can be substituted.
- Herb Variations: Parsley or chives can be used instead of cilantro.
- Fruit Additions: Experiment with pineapple, peaches, or strawberries.
- Smoked Flavor: Grill the red bell pepper or add smoked paprika.
- Creamy Salsa: Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Make Ahead: Prepare a few hours in advance, but be aware of browning.
- Vegan Option: This recipe is naturally vegan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes