Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 unit

roma tomatoes

peeled and chopped

2 unit

large oranges

peeled and diced

1 unit

large Vidalia onion

peeled and chopped

2 unit

jalapeno peppers

seeded and minced

2 tbsp

fresh lime juice

0.25 cup

fresh orange juice

2 tbsp

SPLENDA(R) No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

1 tsp

salt

Step 1
~6 min

Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil.

Step 2
~6 min

Blanch the roma tomatoes for 30 seconds, then rinse with cold water.

Step 3
~6 min

Peel and chop the blanched tomatoes.

Step 4
~6 min

Peel and dice the large oranges.

Step 5
~6 min

Peel and chop the large Vidalia onion.

Step 6
~6 min

Seed and mince the jalapeno peppers.

Step 7
~6 min

In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, diced oranges, chopped onion, minced jalapenos, fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice, SPLENDA(R) No Calorie Sweetener, chopped fresh cilantro, and salt.

Step 8
~6 min

Stir all ingredients until thoroughly mixed.

Step 9
~6 min

Allow the salsa to stand at room temperature for one hour to allow flavors to meld.

Step 10
~6 min

Mix and serve immediately.

Step 11
~6 min

Refrigerate any unused salsa for later use.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier salsa, leave some of the seeds in the jalapenos.

Adjust the amount of SPLENDA(R) to your preferred sweetness level.

Allowing the salsa to sit for longer than one hour will enhance the flavors.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips

Top grilled fish or chicken

Use as a side for tacos

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Tacos
Tortilla chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwest US

Cultural Significance

Common in Southwestern cuisine

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer barbecues

Occasion Tags

Party
Summer
Barbecue

Popularity Score

70/100

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