My Salsa
Bursting with fresh and vibrant flavors, "My Salsa" is a quick and easy homemade salsa recipe that’s destined to become your go-to for any occasion. Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty lime juice, aromatic cilantro, and a touch of heat from jalapeño peppers, this salsa strikes the perfect balance between bright and bold. The addition of ground cumin and minced garlic elevates its savory depth, while red onion provides a crisp crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this versatile recipe is perfect as a dip for tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, and salads. Whether you're hosting a party or whipping up a weeknight dinner, this zesty salsa delivers freshness and flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces ripe Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 pieces red onion
- 1 piece jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cups cilantro leaves
- 1 piece lime
- 1 piece garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Start by chopping the Roma tomatoes into small pieces. If you prefer a smoother salsa, you can also dice them more finely or use a food processor.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to a medium mixing bowl with the tomatoes.
Remove the seeds and dice the jalapeño pepper. For a milder salsa, omit the seeds. Add the diced jalapeño to the bowl.
Chop the cilantro leaves finely and stir them into the bowl with the other ingredients.
Mince the garlic clove and add it to the mix.
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the mixture, removing any seeds that may fall in.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until evenly combined.
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings (more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño) as needed to fit your preferences.
Let the salsa sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or use it as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads. For best results, consume within 2-3 days and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
160 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1853 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1791 mg | 38% | |
*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.
