Garlic Tomato Salsa

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Garlic Tomato Salsa

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06 December, 2024

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About Garlic Tomato Salsa

Ingredients

Methods

Nutrient values

A quick Mexican accompaniment with the irresistible flavour and aroma of herbs and chilli flakes, the Garlic Tomato Salsa is a perfect accompaniment for baked nachos or any other baked chips.

It can also be used as a topping for rolls, wraps, quesadillas and more. Since it is made with modest, non-starchy ingredients like tomatoes, spring onions and garlic, all cooked in just a teaspoon of oil, this Garlic Tomato Salsa is favourably low on calories.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 tbsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)

1 cup finely chopped tomato

1 tsp oil

1/4 cup finely chopped spring onions whites

1/4 cup finely chopped spring onion greens

salt to taste

1/2 tsp dry red chilli flakes (paprika)

1/2 tsp dried mixed herbs

a pinch of sugar

1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)

For Serving

baked nacho chips or tortilla chips

Method

Heat the oil in a broad non-stick, add the garlic and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
Add the spring onion whites and greens and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute.
Add the tomatoes, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally and mashing lightly using a potato masher.
Add the salt, chilli flakes, mixed herbs, sugar, coriander and 1 tbsp of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute.
Cool slightly and serve with baked tortilla chips.