salsa

/ˈsælsə/ or /ˈsɑːlsə/

Definitions

1. noun

a spicy sauce originating from Latin America, typically made from tomatoes, onions, peppers, and herbs, used as a condiment for Mexican and other Latin American dishes.

“The tacos were topped with a generous serving of salsa and a sprinkle of cilantro.”

Synonyms

  • hot sauce
  • picante

Antonyms

  • dressing
  • mild sauce