Fast and Easy Salsa
Fresh, zesty, and ready in just 10 minutes, this Fast and Easy Salsa is the ultimate go-to recipe for anyone craving bold, homemade flavor without the hassle. Featuring ripe tomatoes, crisp red onion, and a touch of heat from a jalapeño pepper, this no-cook salsa bursts with vibrant freshness. The addition of fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and a hint of cumin ties everything together for a perfectly balanced dip or topping. Perfect for pairing with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or grilled meats, this salsa comes together in minutes and is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a party or simply satisfying a snack craving, this quick salsa recipe will become your new kitchen staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 1 small jalapeño pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 large garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Core and dice the tomatoes into small chunks and place them in a mixing bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Remove the stem and seeds from the jalapeño pepper, then finely chop it. Adjust the quantity based on your desired spice level and add it to the bowl.
Roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves and stir them into the mixture.
Mince the garlic clove and add it to the bowl.
Add the lime juice, salt, cumin, and black pepper to the mixture, and then stir everything thoroughly to combine the flavors.
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or spices if desired.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
151 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1442 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
