Normally I purchase salsa verde, the Mexican condiment that's made from tomatillos, but sometimes it's nice to make it from scratch. Like most salsa, it requires a food processor or blender for pureeing. This one gets its reddish-green color from the tomatillos, green chiles, and chipotle chilies in adobo. The ingredients are broiled in the oven before being blended, so the salsa has a nice depth Read more

Cinco de Mayo is mañana, and there is no better time to try your hand at simple homemade salsas. The combination possibilities are truly endless, and this salsa mixes the crunchy texture of jicama with the sweetness of mango. It is perfect to serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for tasty tacos. If you want a little extra heat, be sure to include the jalapeno seeds! Time to start planning Read more

Not so long ago, I fell in love with mini twice-baked potatoes. Naturally, I just had to try another recipe for a bite-size potato; this time I made potatoes topped with tomato-avocado salsa. These potatoes are less labor intensive, but just as delicious. The potatoes are roasted until they're browned and a little crunchy, then topped with the fresh salsa and a dollop of a sour cream. My guests Read more

If you're a cheese lover, brace yourself because you are going to be amazed with this recipe. It's for parmesan salsa. Yes, you read that correctly: parmesan salsa! It's a fantastic dip that's made like any regular tomato salsa — with a food processor. Instead of serving with tortilla chips, pair the chunky cheese spread with toasted bread. Seriously, this addictive salsa is to die for; I've Read more

It's May 1, and you know what that means — Cinco de Mayo is almost here! We can't wait for everything from the tacos to the cocktails, but we're starting with the basics. No Cinco de Mayo celebration would be complete without a giant bowl of fresh salsa and a heaping pile of chips! Here are six salsa recipes to inspire you for the week. Cherry Salsa Pomegranate Mango Pico de Read more

After getting home from a busy day of work, especially if I hit the gym, the same question always pops into mind — what to make for dinner? Without a plan in mind, it's easy to fall back on boxed mac and cheese or Chinese takeout, which aren't the healthiest options. To prevent scrambling to whip together a not-so-healthy meal, take time to map out your dinner menu for the week. Knowing which Read more

Don't be fooled by the cherimoya: though this fruit resembles a tiny dragon curled up for a nap, it's quite the opposite from a sour-tempered, fire-breathing reptile. With a texture that resembles custard or ice cream, the cherimoya surprises with a sweet flavor that tasters liken to a blend of bananas, pineapple, papaya, and strawberry. And fortunately for us, it's in season for another few Read more

We love this recipe for tilapia wraps from FitSugar reader HealthyDiva because it's so quick and easy to make. Make each ingredient from scratch or use healthy store-bought alternatives for those times when you're in a rush. See the recipe after the break! Read more

We love CheesePlease's creative use of seasonal fruit with this mahi-mahi recipe. This dish looks and sounds like it was designed to be eaten outside on a warm night, doesn't it? Strawberries are in season!! Fresh local strawberries and kiwi are combined with a little bit of shallot, cilantro and lime juice. A jalapeno pepper is added to up the heat factor. This salsa fresca is served over Read more