No-Sugar-Added Salsa (Roja & Verde)

Most jarred salsas have added sugar, which surprises a lot of patients since it doesn't taste sweet — the acidity masks it. This version is just tomato, chile, and lime, so it adds real flavor to a taco bowl or fajita plate without a hidden carb source you didn't account for.

• 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• ¼ white onion, roughly chopped
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 jalapeño, seeded
• Juice of 1 lime
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro
• Salt, to taste

1. Step 1

   Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor.

2. Step 2

   Pulse to desired texture — a few short pulses for chunky, longer for smooth.

3. Step 3

   Taste and adjust salt and lime.

• Swap the canned tomatoes for 1 lb tomatillos, husked and simmered 5 minutes until soft, then blend with the same aromatics
• Add ½ avocado for a creamier verde
• Roast the onion, garlic, and jalapeño first for a deeper flavor

Turkey Lettuce Taco Bowls, Taco Salad Bowl, Shrimp Fajita Bowl

• Sugarless Teriyaki Sauce
• Sugarless Honey Mustard
• Sugarless Enchilada Sauce