Description
Mexican Radish Salsa combines crisp garden radishes with zesty lime and cilantro for a refreshing condiment. Cool slices of radish provide sharp flavor and vibrant color to complement grilled meats and tacos.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 0.5 pound (226 grams) radishes, stems removed (about 8-10)
- 1 jalapeno, ribs and seeds removed
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
Fresh Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) cilantro leaves
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Coarse kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Finely chop radishes, garlic, and jalapeno in a food processor, creating a vibrant, textured base for the salsa.
- Add fresh cilantro and pulse briefly to distribute herb throughout the mixture, ensuring even flavor distribution.
- Transfer processed salsa to a serving bowl and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Let the salsa rest at room temperature for 20 minutes, allowing the ingredients to meld and intensify their natural flavors.
- Before serving, give the salsa a gentle stir to redistribute any separated liquid and ensure a consistent taste profile.
Notes
- Chop ingredients uniformly for consistent texture and even flavor distribution throughout the salsa.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity based on heat preference, removing seeds for milder version or adding more for extra spiciness.
- Use fresh lemon juice for brighter, more vibrant taste compared to bottled alternatives.
- Refrigerate salsa for up to 3 days, understanding flavors will intensify and become more pronounced over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg