Description
This fresh and vibrant Avocado Salsa with Tortilla Chips is a quick and easy appetizer perfect for any occasion. Creamy diced avocados combined with juicy tomatoes, spicy jalapeño, crisp red onion, and zesty lime juice create a flavorful dip that’s light, healthy, and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
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Avocado Salsa
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Serving
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice the ripe avocados, seed and chop the tomatoes, finely dice the red onion, and seed and finely chop the jalapeño pepper. Chop the fresh cilantro and mince the garlic clove carefully.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced avocados, chopped tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Add the lime juice and minced garlic to the mixture. Stir gently to mix all ingredients thoroughly without mashing the avocado.
- Season: Season the salsa with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as desired for balance and flavor.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and chill the salsa in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the avocado salsa chilled alongside crispy tortilla chips for dipping. Enjoy it fresh for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For a milder salsa, omit the jalapeño or reduce the amount used.
- This salsa is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
- To prevent browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the salsa before refrigerating.
