READY IN 15 mins

Monterey Jack Salsa

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"A totally unique salsa that's great with tortilla chips, and keeps for several days. This salsa tastes even better the second day!" — Debra D. Tate

Directions

In a medium bowl, mix together cheese, onions, avocado, tomato, cilantro, chile peppers, olives, dressing, and monosodium glutamate. Serve.

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PREP 15 mins
READY IN 15 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jul 23, 2003

This was wonderful-definitely needs time in the fridge so the flavors can blend properly. It tasted even better the second day. I served this to some friends, and now my friend's husband is constantly requesting this!

—GINAH1

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 25, 2004

I know I'm in the minority here, but I really didn't care for this at all. I think I should have gone with my gut instinct, because the ingredients just didn't seem to mesh well in my mind. Now I have a big bowl of this sitting in my fridge because I didn't want to bring it to the party I had made it for. Also, it's not very pleasing to the eye. It's quite possible that I used a 1/2 cup of extra cheese, as I was guesstimating (packed cups vs. unpacked cups). I guess that my advice is to look at the ingredients and decide if you think they will go together well on your tastebuds.

—lori

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Jan 25, 2004

vey good - very filling. I used only half the italian dressing, and used 2 (14 oz)cans of diced tomatoes, and 2 avocadoes. Served at my husband's birthday party (made the salsa the night before) and received many compliments, and requests for the recipe.

—CHRISTAMACD

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Jul 15, 2003

Delicious and not like any other salsa I've ever had. The secret is to let it set overnight. I tasted it right after I'd made it... Yuck! I thought I'd wasted my time and ingredients. I didn't throw it out though, and the next day it was Wonderful!! My family always requests it now!

—Diana S.

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Mar 10, 2003

I took this salsa to a party & it was a total hit! I was disappointed that I didn't make a batch for myself to eat at home. I followed some suggestions & used 1/4-1/2 cup of dressing, chopped garlic & a jalapeno. I also used ColbyJack cheese. This is a perfect summer salsa...very refreshing. I will be making this again & again.

—FERNDOGGLE

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May 07, 2006

I gave it a four because it doesn't look so good. It tastes good though. I omitted the olives and MSG. I used diced jalapeño instead of green chile because I wanted it hotter. I'll use slightly less Italian dresing next time.

—LISATEACHER

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May 24, 2006

THIS is a keeper! I like this recipe better w/o the avocado but either way it's unbelieveable! I don't use the MSG however it is usually gone before it is put on the table so I don't see a need to! PS-the cilantro MAKES this recipe!! I usually put a little extra. MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE IF YOU LET MARINATE OVERNIGHT. I have tasted it right after making and wanted to throw it away. I didn't and decided to try it later on and the taste was amazing!

—Rolanda

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Jan 25, 2004

This was a HIT! I wonder if others who made it may've missed the "Zesty Italian" salad dressing? I believe that it's intended to mean Good Seasons (packet mix) Zesty Italian... I used it and made with red vinegar. Also, dropped the MSG, too. Yum!

—DEBDOT54

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Nutrition

Calories
96 kcal
5%

Carbohydrates
2.5 g
< 1%

Cholesterol
8 mg
3%

Fat
8.5 g
13%

Fiber
1.1 g
4%

Protein
2.7 g
5%

Sodium
356 mg
14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Monterey Jack Salsa

Serving Size: 1/24 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 24
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 96
Calories from Fat: 77

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.5g 13 %
Saturated Fat 2.5g 12 %
Cholesterol 8mg 3 %
Sodium 356mg 14 %
Potassium 86mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 2.5g < 1 %
Dietary Fiber 1.1g 4 %
Protein 2.7g 5 %
Sugars 0.9g
** Vitamin A 5 %
** Vitamin C 9 %
Calcium 10 %
Iron 5 %
** Thiamin 2 %
** Niacin 6 %
** Vitamin B6 3 %
** Magnesium 3 %
** Folate 7 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.