Spicy Avocado and Grape Tomato Salad/Salsa

Per serving

113.7kcal
Proteins
7.6гFats
12.2гCarbs

An addictive yet healthy dish great for BBQs and picnics. You can use it as a dip -- I can eat it with a spoon by itself. You can add a cup or two of frozen corn too if it's a large crowd (more volume without so many avocados) or if you want to tone down the spice.

Ingredients

8 serv.
  • avocados, cubed2
  • grape tomatoes, halved2 pints
  • red bell pepper, chopped finely1
  • chipotle chile in adobo1
  • chopped cilantro1⁄2 cup
  • red onion, sliced thinly1⁄2
  • garlic cloves2
  • limes, juice of2
  • lime zest1 teaspoon
  • honey or 1 tablespoon agave nectar1 tablespoon
  • cumin1⁄2 teaspoon
  • red wine vinegar, splash of (optional)
  • Worcestershire sauce, spash of (optional)
  • cayenne pepper (optional)
  • salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, cilantro and lime zest.

  2. 2

    In a blender or food processer, combine chipotle in adobo, garlic, juice of one lime, agave, cumin, vinegar, Worcestershire, cayenne and salt. Pour liquid over veggies and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and chill for an hour.

  3. 3

    Dice avocados, toss with lime juice from second lime and gently stir into chilled mixture. Add additional cayenne for heat and salt and pepper to taste. Avocados brown a bit after a day but the flavors continue to develop the longer it marinates.

Source: food.com
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