Avocado salsa

For centuries, avocado salsa has been a staple in Central and South American cuisine. In fact, the earliest known recipe for avocado salsa dates back to the Aztecs. This delicious dish is made with fresh avocados, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, and is typically served with tortilla chips or on tacos.

While the exact origin of avocado salsa is unknown, it is believed to have first been created by the Aztecs. This ancient civilization was known for their sophisticated cuisine, which often included ingredients like avocado, tomatoes, and onions. The Aztecs also cultivated cilantro, which is a key ingredient in many modern avocado salsa recipes.

It wasn't until the 16th century that avocado salsa began to spread to other parts of the world. Spanish explorers brought this dish to Europe, where it quickly became a popular appetizer. By the 18th century, avocado salsa had made its way to the United States, where it remains a popular dish to this day.

Advice

When making avocado salsa, it's important to start with ripe avocados. For the best flavor, pick avocados that are slightly soft to the touch, but still firm. Also, be sure to chop the onions and tomatoes finely so that they blend better with the avocado. If you're looking for some extra flavor, try adding some minced garlic or cilantro to the salsa. Lastly, be sure to add the lime juice right before serving so that the salsa doesn't become too watery. Enjoy!

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Recipes

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Avocado Salsa

  • lime juice
  • salt
  • avocado
  • epazote
  • onion
  • serrano chile
  • tomatillo
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Black Bean Avocado Salsa with Corn

  • lime juice
  • salt
  • cherry tomato
  • agave syrup
  • corn
  • serrano chile
  • cumin
  • onion
  • garlic
  • black bean
  • cayenne pepper
  • olive oil
  • avocadoe
  • cilantro
  • green onion
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Avocado Salsa

  • water
  • white vinegar
  • avocado
  • jalapeño
  • onion
  • cilantro
  • salt
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Avocado Salsa

  • serrano pepper
  • mango
  • cilantro
  • onion
  • cumin
  • salt
  • avocado
  • lime juice
  • tortilla chip
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Avocado Salsa

  • jalapeño
  • cilantro
  • salt
  • onion
  • pepper
  • garlic
  • avocado
  • tomato
  • lime juice

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
lime juice
avocado
cilantro
onion
serrano chile
garlic
jalapeño
tomatillo
olive oil
cumin
mango
pineapple
cherry tomato
green onion
water
pepper
tomato
ground cumin
anaheim chile
epazote
jicama
agave syrup
corn
black bean
cayenne pepper
avocadoe
white vinegar
serrano pepper
tortilla chip
green chiles hatch
chili powder
garlic powder
bell pepper
coriander

Insights

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 82%

Usual Ingredients

  • avocado 73%
  • cilantro 73%
  • lime juice 73%

Rarey Ingredients

  • onion 64%