How did you all spend the holiday weekend? We were busy soaking in the sun. Friday was spent out in the ‘burbs at my parents’ pool with our best friend, 2 sisters, brother-in-law and 2 nieces. Then Saturday, we had friends come over to our place to spend time outside in the courtyard. It was such a beautiful day in the afternoon and so much fun to grill out with friends. I knew we would be waiting to eat a bit later in the day for other friends to join us, so I wanted to make a fun snack for people to be able to much on as we played lawn games. I had a great batch of avocados so I decided to make a Tomato and Avocado Salsa.
Both my husband and our best friend tested the salsa throughout the prep process, and they said it kept getting better and better. My response – that is what happens when you let me finish adding the ingredients! 😉 It was truly the extra lime juice, cilantro, salt and pepper that brought the ingredients together. They are a needed final touch to make it go from okay to delicious!
You can easily adjust how much kick or heat you like to your salsas. I decided to use both fresh tomato and a can of Rotel because I wanted the added chiles into the flavor. I also used 1 jalapeño with no seeds. If you like more kick, leave some seeds in the mix or use another jalapeño.
- 3 avocados - diced
- 1 can Rotel - original we like the added spice of the chiles
- 1 fresh tomato - diced
- 1 jalapeño - seeded and diced into small pieces
- 1/2 of a red onion - diced
- juice of 2 limes
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp ground cumin
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While it takes a few minutes to get everything diced up - at least if you don't have a chopper like I don't - this is super easy to make. Add all the ingredients into a bowl and mix!
What yummy snacks did you enjoy this 4th of July?
Annie {Stowed Stuff} says
Oh my goodness, this looks divine. I want this for lunch now! Such pretty colors!
Liz Mays says
OH yummy! That just looks soooooo fresh and summery! I need this at my next gathering for sure.
Christine Luken says
I <3 avocados! I'm definitely trying this salsa!
Trisha says
This looks like it would be a hit at a family gathering like a BBQ. Can’t wait to try your recipe!
Shauna says
There is nothing like some yummy salsa, especially if it has avocado in it.. YUM
Lexie Lane says
You got me at the word “fresh” and of course the Pinterestic pic. This looks great! Makes you feel a little less guilty too!
Wendy Del Monte says
This looks great! I’m going to try to make it. My husband and I love salsa. Great post, thanks for sharing.
Debbie Denny says
Fantastic and easy dish. Looks to be real tasty.
Laura (Lauras Little House Tips) says
What a great recipe and perfect for the 4th or anytime really! I’m all about Salsa 🙂 Congrats on finishing your book. I can’t tell you how long its been since I have kicked back and just relaxed with a book.:) Thanks for sharing. Pinning 🙂
Lois Alter Mark says
That looks delicious! Living in Southern California, avocados are pretty much staples!
Diane N - Philzendia says
That looks amazing! Avocado is a staple in our diet. We love it!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
That sounds yummy, a cross between salsa and guacamole, both I love!
Ruth Zankich says
That looks so fresh and easy. I love avocados!
Danielle says
This looks delicious! All of my kids love avocado, but it’s still a work in progress on the tomato thing.
Jessica says
This looks like the perfect refreshing snack for the Summer time. Love the flavor combos!
christine says
This looks so fresh and delicious. Much better than the crappy jarred stuff I happen to be snacking on right now….thanks now mine tastes lousy looking at this, lol.
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
This looks awesome…we love avocados here…we’ll definitely be trying it!
Kimberly Storms says
That is something I think my husband would love! I would need to remove the onions for me though!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
That sounds absolutely wonderful!! I would love to make this sometime soon!!
Bella Vida Letty says
This is one of my summer time favorite dishes. I just love avocados and this combination.