Fun Salsa Ideas
Zesty, fresh and supremely dippable, salsa is already the star of nacho night. But it can bring fresh heat to the table in other ways! From the ultimate party dip to a weeknight chicken dinner and a bright summery salad, here are three ways to use that jar of salsa in new ways.
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1. Multi-layer salsa dip
1. Multi-layer salsa dip
Swap out a bowl of dip for a multi-layer masterpiece! This version of seven-layer dip is everything you love about a plate of nachos, but the chips stay crisp all the way to the bottom. To make: In an 8x8” baking dish, in even layers, spread out 1 can Compliments Refried Beans, followed by 1 cup homemade or store-bought guacamole, 1 cup sour cream mixed with 1/2 packet Compliments Taco Seasoning, 1 cup salsa, 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Top with your choice of garnish.
2. Corn and avocado salad
2. Corn and avocado salad
Yes, you can make friends with salad. The trick? Salsa verde. It’s the secret weapon to a fast, zesty and bright summer salad. Corn and salsa? That’s right – skip the dressing and salsa those kernels to the dinner table. To make: Heat barbecue to high. Grill the corn until lightly charred, about 5 to 7 min. Cool, then slice the kernels from the cob into a bowl. Stir in 1 ¼ cups finely diced red onion, juice and zest from 2 limes, 1 tsp salt, 1 small red or green finger chili, finely diced, 3 large avocados diced, ¼ cup salsa verde and ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro.
3. Chicken with crunchy salsa topping
3. Chicken with crunchy salsa topping
Give weeknight chicken flair with a crunchy, zesty tomato topping! To make: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix together 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, ⅓ cup salsa, ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp chopped parsley, 1 tbsp oil and ¼ tsp pepper. Lightly pat breadcrumb mixture onto chicken and bake on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet until chicken is cooked through, about 20 to 25 min.