Best Easy Fiesta Salsa Spread Recipes

FIESTA SPREAD

Fiesta Spread image

Nibble on this easy-to-fix cream cheese appetizer until dinner is ready.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
1/4 cup Old El Paso™ salsa (any variety)
1/4 cup apricot preserves
1/4 cup sliced ripe olive
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, if desired
Assorted crackers, if desired

Steps:

Place block of cream cheese on serving plate with shallow rim.
Mix salsa and preserves; spread over cream cheese. Sprinkle with olives and cilantro. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg

FIESTA SALSA

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Tasty salsa is easy using Ball® Fiesta Salsa Mix and either fresh or canned tomatoes.

Provided by Ball

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Ball® Canning & Recipes

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

4 ½ cups finely diced fresh tomatoes
3 tablespoons white vinegar (5% acidity)
¼ cup Ball® Fiesta Salsa Mix - MIX WELL BEFORE MEASURING
2 each Ball® or Kerr® Pint (16 oz) Jars with lids and bands

Steps:

Prepare canner, jars, and lids according to manufacturer's instructions.
Combine tomatoes, vinegar, and Ball® Fiesta Salsa Mix in large saucepan.
Heat to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
Ladle hot salsa into jars leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars. Apply bands and adjust to fingertip tight.
Process in boiling water canner for 35 minutes, adjusting for altitude.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 113.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

EASY FIESTA CHRISTMAS TREE

Easy Fiesta Christmas Tree image

Party guests will "ooh" and "aah" over this delectable spread!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
Yellow or green bell pepper
1 piece (2 inches) green onion
1/4 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1/4 cup apricot preserves or orange marmalade
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
Assorted tortilla chips, crackers or sliced vegetables, if desired

Steps:

Cut block of cream cheese diagonally in half; arrange on serving plate with shallow rim to form triangle.
Cut star out of bell pepper with star-shaped cookie cutter; place at top of tree. Place green onion piece at base of tree.
Mix salsa and preserves; spoon over cream cheese. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg

CREAM CHEESE FIESTA SPREAD

Cream Cheese Fiesta Spread image

Salsa, fruit spread, cilantro, avocado, olives and cheese bring sensational flavor and texture to this party spread.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese or fat-free cream cheese
1/4 cup salsa
1/4 cup apricot preserves or orange marmalade
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon finely shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon chopped avocado
1 tablespoon chopped ripe olives
Assorted crackers, if desired

Steps:

Place block of cream cheese on serving plate with shallow rim.
Mix salsa and preserves; spread over cream cheese. Sprinkle with remaining ingredients except crackers. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 125 mg