Description
This Garden Fresh Salsa is a vibrant and refreshing homemade salsa made with ripe tomatoes, crisp onion, fresh cilantro, jalapeño, and zesty lime juice. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a perfect healthy accompaniment for tortilla chips, tacos, grilled chicken, or fish, bringing bright flavors and a delightful kick to any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatoes: Dice the ripe tomatoes and place them into a large mixing bowl to form the salsa base.
- Add fresh produce: Finely dice the red onion and chop the jalapeño (removing seeds for less heat), then add both to the bowl along with the chopped cilantro and minced garlic for aromatic flavor.
- Season the salsa: Pour in the fresh lime juice and sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the mixture to enhance and balance the flavors.
- Mix gently: Stir all ingredients carefully until they are evenly combined, ensuring the textures remain fresh and chunky.
- Taste and adjust: Sample the salsa and add extra lime juice, salt, or jalapeño if desired to suit your taste preferences.
- Rest to blend flavors: Let the salsa rest for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Serve: Enjoy the garden fresh salsa immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish.
Notes
- For a thicker salsa, remove the seeds from the tomatoes before dicing.
- Adjust the jalapeño quantity to control the heat level according to your preference.
- Roma tomatoes are ideal for this salsa as they contain less water and create a more robust texture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for the best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
