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Southwest Salsa
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Denise's Southwest Salsa

My sister-in-law Denise has been tantalizing our tastebuds for years with this special salsa recipe that's loaded with southwestern flair. It's perfect for potlucks and other food-sharing occasions!
Course Condiment
Cuisine Tex-Mex
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 20
Calories 157kcal
Author Jill Nystul

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 packet Italian salad dressing mix
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Salsa

  • 6 Roma tomatoes chopped
  • 6 green onions finely chopped
  • ½ cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 15 oz black-eyed peas rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn thawed
  • 15 oz black beans rinsed and drained
  • 3 avocados chopped

Instructions

To make the dressing:

  • Mix balsamic vinegar and water in a small bowl. Add the contents of the Good Seasons Italian Salad Dressing Mix and whisk everything together.
  • Add the olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Whisk everything one more time.

To make the salsa:

  • Mix tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, black-eyed peas, corn and black beans in a large bowl.
  • Cut your avocado in half and remove the pit. Cut into small pieces.
  • Add the dressing to the rest of the ingredients. Gently fold in the avocado.
  • Refrigerate until you are ready to serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 209mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 268IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg