Salsa de Legumbres Frescas (Fresh Vegetable Salad)
Recipe: #19427
June 02, 2015
Categories: Salads, Vegetable Salad, Tomato, Mexican, Gluten-Free, Kosher Low Cholesterol, No Eggs, Non-Dairy, Vegan, Vegetarian, Fresh Tomatoes, Sugar, more
"Not all Mexican salsas are fiery. If you can find piloncillo, use that; otherwise dark brown sugar is fine. Serve with grilled foods. Adapted from Elena's Secrets of Mexican Cooking. Cook time is standing time. Yields 3 cups."
Original is 3 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (291.2 g)
- Calories 225.9
- Total Fat - 1.3 g
- Saturated Fat - 0.2 g
- Cholesterol - 0 mg
- Sodium - 785.6 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 50.2 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2.4 g
- Sugars - 13 g
- Protein - 2.8 g
- Calcium - 44.9 mg
- Iron - 1.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 67.9 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Combine all ingredients and mix well.
Step 2
Let stand several hours before serving.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting tomatoes for this recipe, choose ripe tomatoes that are firm and free of blemishes.
- For the cucumber, look for a cucumber that is firm and has a bright, even color.
- Substitute the tomatoes with 1/2 pound of mango, diced. The sweetness of the mango will balance out the acidity of the vinegar and provide an interesting flavor contrast.
- Substitute the cucumber with 1/2 pound of jicama, diced. The crunch of the jicama will provide a nice textural contrast, and its mild flavor will not overpower the other ingredients.
Spicy Salsa de Legumbres Frescas Increase the amount of black pepper to 1 teaspoon and add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mix. Add 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced, for a spicier salsa.
Grilled Corn with Chipotle-Lime Butter: Grilled corn is the perfect accompaniment to this fresh vegetable salad. The smoky, spicy flavor of the Chipotle-Lime Butter adds a delicious contrast to the sweet and tangy flavors of the salsa. Plus, it's a great way to add a bit of heat without overpowering the other flavors.
Grilled Vegetable Tacos with Avocado-Lime Crema: These tacos are a great way to add some fresh, flavorful vegetables to the meal. The creamy avocado-lime crema complements the smoky grilled vegetables, and the combination of flavors pair perfectly with the Chipotle-Lime Butter on the grilled corn. Plus, the tacos are easy to assemble and can be served as a side dish or a main course.
FAQ
Q: How do I make Salsa de Legumbres Frescas?
A: Combine all ingredients and mix well. Let stand several hours before serving.
Q: What are the main ingredients of Salsa de Legumbres Frescas?
A: The main ingredients of Salsa de Legumbres Frescas are tomatoes, onions, garlic, peppers, cilantro, and lime juice.
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Fun facts:
This Salsa de Legumbres Frescas recipe is based on the traditional Mexican cooking method of Elena's Secrets of Mexican Cooking, which was created by the renowned chef, Elena Zelayeta.
The addition of dark brown sugar to this recipe is a nod to the traditional Mexican sweetener, piloncillo, which was the preferred form of sugar used in the 16th century by the Aztec people.