Description
Radish Salsa is a quick, fresh, and vibrant condiment combining the peppery crunch of radishes with zesty lime, fresh herbs, and a gentle heat. Ready in under 15 minutes, this versatile salsa is perfect for elevating tacos, grilled proteins, chips, and snacks with lively flavors and crisp textures, making it a healthy and flavorful addition to your meals.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced or finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, finely diced (seeds removed if less heat preferred)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Optional Variations
- 1/2 avocado, diced (for creaminess)
- 1/4 cup diced mango or pineapple (for a fruit twist)
- Milder peppers like poblano or pinch of cayenne (for different heat)
- Fresh parsley, mint, or basil (as herb substitutes)
- 1 teaspoon agave nectar or maple syrup (for natural sweetness)
Instructions
- Prep the Radishes: Wash the radishes thoroughly and thinly slice or finely dice them depending on your texture preference. The thinner the slices, the more the flavors meld with the other ingredients.
- Chop the Vegetables and Herbs: Finely dice the red onion and jalapeño (remove seeds if you prefer less heat), then chop fresh cilantro leaves. These bring layers of flavor and color to your salsa.
- Combine Ingredients in a Bowl: In a medium-sized bowl, gently mix the radishes, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro until evenly distributed. The colors will pop, creating a visually appealing salsa.
- Dress with Lime Juice and Olive Oil: Squeeze fresh lime over the mixture and drizzle with olive oil. Toss everything together to coat the ingredients in the zesty, smooth dressing.
- Season and Adjust: Sprinkle salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste, then give the salsa a final gentle toss. Taste and adjust seasoning or lime juice as desired before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh radishes: Crisp, firm radishes make the best salsa, so avoid any that are soft or bruised.
- Adjust heat carefully: Start with less jalapeño and add more later to suit your tolerance.
- Let it rest: Allow salsa to sit 5-10 minutes before serving so flavors can meld.
- Sharp knife matters: Finely chopping ingredients with a sharp knife improves texture and flavor integration.
- Serve cold: Keep the salsa chilled until just before serving for maximum freshness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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