Heart-Healthy Salsa de Tomate Casera
Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Heart-Healthy Salsa de Tomate Casera is a guilt-free way to elevate your meals or snack time. Featuring a vibrant mix of fresh tomatoes, crisp red onion, aromatic cilantro, and a touch of jalapeño heat, this homemade salsa is crafted with wholesome ingredients to support a heart-healthy lifestyle. Enhanced with a dash of ground cumin and a splash of lime juice, this recipe is both nourishing and full of bold taste. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for grilled proteins, or a fresh garnish for tacos, this quick 20-minute salsa requires no cooking. With minimal salt and full-bodied flavor from natural, nutrient-rich ingredients, it’s the perfect addition to your repertoire of healthy recipes. Get ready to enjoy a nutritious twist on the classic salsa de tomate casera!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large fresh tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup cilantro
- 1 medium jalapeño
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 medium lime
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by washing all the fresh produce thoroughly to remove any dirt and pesticides.
Dice the tomatoes into small chunks, keeping the juice from the tomatoes as this adds flavor to the salsa. Place the chopped tomatoes in a medium mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion to balance the heat in the salsa and add it to the bowl of tomatoes.
Chop the cilantro finely and add it to the bowl, ensuring the inclusion of stems for extra flavor.
Prepare the jalapeño by removing the seeds and membrane if a milder taste is preferred. Finely dice the jalapeño and add it to the salsa.
Mince the garlic clove finely and stir it into the tomato mixture.
Roll the lime under your palm to release its juices. Cut it in half and squeeze the juice over the tomato mixture, making sure to catch any seeds.
Sprinkle the ground cumin over the salsa for a warm, earthy flavor.
Add the salt and black pepper to taste, considering lower sodium options if needed for heart health.
Gently mix all the ingredients until well-combined using a spoon or spatula. Adjust any seasonings as preferred.
Allow the salsa to rest for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 630 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1761 mg | 37% | |
*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.
