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Avocado Salsa (Guasacaca)

Avocado Salsa (Guasacaca)

Every Latin American country has its own salsa variation; this mixture of avocado, tomato, onion, and jalapeño is popular in Venezuela. Some recipes mash the ingredients into a guacamole-like paste, and others, like ours, are chunky, more like a relish. This version includes a little tangy Dijon mustard and white wine vinegar, which lend a European touch. Serve with Sautéed Plantains or baked corn chips. Allow sufficient time (three hours) to let flavors marry before adding the final ingredients and serving.

Cooking Light JUNE 2008

  • Yield: 6 cups (serving size: 1/4 cup)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups finely chopped onion
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper (1 small)
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeño pepper
  • 3 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped peeled avocado (about 2)
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped seeded plum tomato (about 1 pound)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Preparation

1. Combine first 9 ingredients in a large bowl; toss mixture gently. Cover and refrigerate 3 hours. Stir in avocado and remaining ingredients just before serving.

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving
  • Calories: 46
  • Calories from fat: 72%
  • Fat: 3.7g
  • Saturated fat: 0.5g
  • Monounsaturated fat: 2.5g
  • Polyunsaturated fat: 0.5g
  • Protein: 0.8g
  • Carbohydrate: 3.5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0mg
  • Iron: 0.3mg
  • Sodium: 77mg
  • Calcium: 6mg
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