Mild Spicy Homemade Salsa
Fresh, zesty, and just the right amount of heat, this Mild Spicy Homemade Salsa is the perfect addition to chips, tacos, or any of your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of ripe Roma tomatoes, crisp red onion, and a hint of jalapeño, this easy no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes for a quick and healthy snack or topping. A dash of ground cumin and fresh lime juice adds depth and brightness, while cilantro ties everything together with a refreshing herbal aroma. Adjust the spice level by tweaking the jalapeño preparation to suit your palate. Serve this chunky salsa freshly made or let it rest to let the flavors meld—either way, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavor. Perfectly simple, yet irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup Red onion
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all produce before beginning.
Roughly chop the Roma tomatoes and add them to a food processor.
Cut the stem off the jalapeño pepper, halve it lengthwise, and remove the seeds and membranes for a milder spice level. Add the jalapeño to the food processor.
Finely dice the red onion until you have half a cup, and add it to the food processor.
Peel and smash the garlic cloves, then add them to the mix.
Add the fresh cilantro leaves to the food processor, measuring about half a cup loosely packed.
Squeeze in the lime juice, and add the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the food processor several times until the ingredients are well combined but still slightly chunky. Avoid over-processing to maintain texture.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add a small pinch of salt or lime juice if needed.
Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and let it rest for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together. Serve fresh or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
36 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 346 mg | 7% | |
*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.
