TOMATO EGGPLANT SALSA

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Eggplant and a zippy combination of peppers, herbs and seasonings make this unique salsa a real crowd-pleaser. The recipe comes from field editor Anna Free of Plymouth, Ohio.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup water
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, divided
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 cups cubed eggplant
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
5 plum tomatoes, chopped
3 green onions, cut into 1-inch strips
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the water, red pepper, celery, jalapenos, garlic, bay leaf, half of the thyme and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until liquid is evaporated. Remove from the heat; discard bay leaf. , In a large skillet, saute eggplant in 1/4 cup oil until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the red pepper mixture, tomatoes, onions, salt and remaining thyme and oil. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Linda Daniella
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I followed the recipe exactly and my salsa turned out way too runny. I had to add a lot of cornstarch to thicken it up.


Nawab Saqi
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This salsa is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for people who like their food with a kick.


Muhammed Aslam
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this salsa was surprisingly good. The flavors all worked really well together.


Bewa Rishh
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This salsa is a great make-ahead recipe. I made it a few days ago and it's still just as good.


Ordinary Zack
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I love this salsa! It's so fresh and flavorful. I've been eating it on everything from tacos to eggs.


Samantha Buckey
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This salsa is a great way to change up your salsa routine. It's got a unique flavor that's sure to please everyone.


Rufus Adkinson
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I've never had eggplant salsa before, but this recipe was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and it was the perfect addition to my tacos.


Nathan Anson
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This salsa is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of tomatoes, eggplants, and spices. It's the perfect salsa for any occasion.


Oduola Taofeeq
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I made this salsa for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


rony rone
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This salsa is a great way to use up summer tomatoes and eggplants. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!