Healthy Salsa for a Healthy Snack

by Jhonie Marcos

Hey there, health buddies! Check out this healthy salsa recipe that makes a good dip for chips and a lovely snack to go. Surely, this easy recipe will satisfy your cravings without taking away the nutrition you need the most.

Avocado and Mango Salsa

Ingredients:

  • 1 mango, peeled and diced
  • 1 avocado, peeled and diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 jalepeño, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh celery, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (parsley or kinchay), chopped 
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon (or calamansi) juice
  • 1/4 cup onion,  chopped 
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper

Procedure:

In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste depending on your preference. You can also adjust other ingredients if you want. Best chilled for 30 minutes in the refrigerator so the ingredients can be well marinated.

Viola! Eat it as is, as a side dish, a comfort food, or with whole wheat chips, tacos or tortillas. The sweet, salty and tangy combination of flavors definitely makes this a winner.

Servings: 5 • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 119.4 • Fat: 8.2 g • Carb: 12.6 g • Fiber: 3.4 g • Protein: 1.3 g