Heart-Healthy Fresh Tomato Salsa
Brighten up your meals with this Heart-Healthy Fresh Tomato Salsa, a vibrant and wholesome recipe that brings together simple, fresh ingredients for maximum flavor and nutritional benefits. Featuring ripe tomatoes, crisp red onion, zesty lime juice, spicy jalapeño, fragrant cilantro, and a hint of garlic, this no-cook salsa is ready in just 15 minutes. Its low-calorie, sodium-free profile makes it perfect for those seeking a heart-smart alternative to store-bought options. Whether you scoop it up with tortilla chips, top your tacos, or serve it as a refreshing condiment, this homemade salsa is bursting with garden-fresh goodness that will elevate any dish. With its quick prep time and naturally healthy ingredients, it’s the ultimate go-to for a guilt-free flavor boost!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized ripe tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1 small jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 large lime
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and core the tomatoes, then finely dice them. Place the diced tomatoes in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Peel and finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Slice the jalapeño pepper in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and membrane for less heat, if desired. Finely chop the pepper and add it to the mixture.
Chop the cilantro leaves and add them to the bowl. Ensure you use fresh cilantro for maximum flavor.
Juice the lime directly into the bowl, ensuring no seeds fall in, mixing well to incorporate.
Peel and mince the garlic clove, then add it to the salsa mixture.
Season the salsa with black pepper to taste. Feel free to adjust according to your preference.
Gently stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
Let the salsa sit for at least 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve fresh with your choice of tortilla chips, as a taco topping, or as a side garnish for proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 89 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2108 mg | 45% | |
*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.
