Description
Brighten your dishes with creamy Avocado Fennel Salsa, a fresh and zesty blend of ripe avocado, crisp fennel, and vibrant herbs. Perfect as a dip, salad topper, or topping for grilled meats and tacos, this easy-to-make, nutrient-packed salsa delivers a refreshing burst of flavor and texture with no cooking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and diced
- 1 fresh fennel bulb, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño or green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fresh Ingredients: Peel and dice ripe avocados into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the fennel bulb using a sharp knife or mandoline for even, crisp slivers. Finely chop the red onion, cilantro, and if using, the jalapeño pepper.
- Combine Ingredients in a Bowl: In a mixing bowl, gently combine the diced avocado, fennel slices, red onion, cilantro, and chili. Use a spatula to fold the ingredients carefully, preserving the avocado’s creamy texture without mashing it too much.
- Season and Add Citrus: Sprinkle the salsa with salt and pepper to taste, then squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture. The lime juice brightens flavors and helps keep the avocado from browning quickly.
- Chill and Serve: Let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to marry the flavors. Serve fresh for the best texture and vibrant taste.
Notes
- Select ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure for creamy texture without mushiness.
- Slice fennel and onions very thin to avoid overpowering the delicate avocado flavor and add pleasant crunch.
- Use fresh lime juice rather than bottled to maximize bright, natural flavor.
- Add salt gradually and taste as you go to prevent over-salting.
- Chill the salsa before serving to enhance refreshing qualities and meld flavors beautifully.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface, refrigerate and consume within 1-2 days.
- Freezing is not recommended because it compromises texture and flavor.
- This salsa is best served cold or at room temperature and does not require reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Avocado salsa, fennel salsa, avocado dip, fresh salsa, healthy appetizer, vegan salsa, gluten free salsa, easy salsa