Salsa
Bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, this homemade salsa recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty red onion, fiery jalapeño, and a generous handful of fresh cilantro, this quick and easy salsa comes together in just 15 minutes—no cooking required! A splash of lime juice and a dash of ground cumin elevate the flavors, while the option to adjust spice levels ensures it’s suited to your taste. Whether you’re serving it with crispy tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos, or alongside grilled meats, this zesty, restaurant-style salsa is the perfect blend of bold, refreshing, and savory. Bring a pop of color and a fiesta of flavor to your table with this versatile, crowd-favorite salsa recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 pieces Red onion
- 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cups Cilantro
- 1 piece Lime
- 1 piece Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cumin
Instructions
Wash and dry all the produce thoroughly.
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, even chunks and place them in a mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Slice the jalapeño pepper in half, remove the seeds and membrane for less heat (optional), and finely dice it. Add the jalapeño to the bowl.
Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and add them to the bowl.
Mince the garlic clove and stir it into the mixture.
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the salsa mixture.
Add the salt and ground cumin to the bowl and mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If you prefer more heat, you can add extra diced jalapeño or a pinch of chili powder.
Let the salsa sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1208 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1164 mg | 25% | |
*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.
