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Avocado Salsa

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Our incredible fresh Avocado Salsa Recipe is the perfect blend of spices and flavors to whip up for your family! This easy recipe combines ripe avocados, lime juice, and crisp vegetables for a vibrant dish that works as a dip, topping, or side. With minimal prep and no cooking required, this is a quick, flavorful addition to your recipe collection.

avocado salsa in a white bowl with someone dunking a chip into it

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Ripe avocados are key to the creamy texture of this salsa. Choose avocados that yield slightly to pressure but aren’t overly soft. If you prefer a spicier salsa, leave some jalapeño seeds in. For a milder version, you can swap it for a milder pepper or omit it altogether.

This salsa pairs well with a variety of dishes, from classic Mexican meals to grilled chicken or fish. It also works as a topping for breakfast dishes like scrambled eggs or avocado toast. Since the avocados are added last to maintain their texture and color, you can prepare most of the salsa in advance and mix in the avocado just before serving.

avocado salsa with tomato and cilantro.

How to make Avocado Salsa

First, gather your ingredients.

Ingredients

For best taste, always use the highest quality ingredients you have access to. 

ingredients for avocado salsa in separate bowls on a white background shot from above.

To make this Avocado Salsa recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

  • White Onion
  • Jalapeño
  • Garlic
  • Lime Juice
  • Roma Tomatoes
  • Haas Avocados
  • Cilantro
  • Olive Oil
  • Kosher Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Ground Cumin

If you want to make this recipe go further, consider adding diced cucumber for extra crunch or a little mango for a hint of sweetness. These variations work well with the base ingredients while adding a unique twist.

Making Avocado Salsa

Avocado Salsa is a simple recipe that can be made in just a few steps. Here is how to make it.

Marinate the Aromatics – In a large bowl, combine the onion, jalapeño, and garlic with lime juice. Let sit for 15 minutes to mellow the flavors.

aromatics for avocado salsa marinating in a glass bowl

Add the Fresh Ingredients – Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cilantro.

ingredients for avocado salsa in a large glass bowl prior to being stirred together

Adjust the Flavor – Taste and add more salt or lime juice if needed.

complete avocado salsa in a white bowl on a white background

Leftovers

Store leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for 2-3 days. The avocados may discolor a bit as they sit.

Always use common sense and good judgment when it comes to leftovers, though! If something looks or smells funky, don’t eat it.

I hope y’all enjoy this Avocado Salsa recipe! Let me know if you try it.

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Fresh Avocado Salsa

This fresh, easy, Avocado Salsa is so fast to prepare and tastes incredible! Your whole family is going to love it!

Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword avocado salsa
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 269 kcal
Author Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy

Ingredients

  • 1/2 small white onion finely chopped (or 1/4 large onion)
  • 1 medium jalapeno finely chopped (seeds removed)
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/3 cup lime juice approx. 4 limes
  • 3 roma tomatoes seeds removed and chopped small
  • 4 medium ripe Haas avocados chopped small
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the onion, jalapeno and garlic with lime juice. Let sit for 15
  2. minutes to decrease the sharpness of the ingredients.
  3. Next add the tomatoes, avocado and cilantro. Mix in the olive oil, salt, pepper and cumin.
  4. Taste and add more salt or lime if needed.

Recipe Notes

In order to prevent the avocado from turning brown, be sure to add it to the salsa last.
You can always prepare Steps 1 & 2 earlier in the day (or a day ahead) and then mix in
the avocado before serving. 

Nutrition Facts
Fresh Avocado Salsa
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 17g
Sodium 497mg22%
Potassium 767mg22%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 10g42%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 578IU12%
Vitamin C 25mg30%
Calcium 27mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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