Salsa Cruda
Bursting with vibrant, garden-fresh flavors, Salsa Cruda is the ultimate no-cook condiment that comes together in just 10 minutes! This refreshing Mexican classic highlights the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the zesty kick of jalapeño, and the bright tang of lime juice, balanced with fragrant cilantro, red onion, and a hint of garlic. Perfectly seasoned with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, this chunky, uncooked salsa is a versatile powerhouse—serve it as a dip with crispy tortilla chips, spoon it over tacos, or use it to brighten up grilled meats and seafood. With its quick prep time and fresh ingredients, Salsa Cruda is a must-try recipe for lovers of bold, uncomplicated flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 whole jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 medium lime
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 small garlic clove
Instructions
Rinse the tomatoes, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro under cool running water to remove any dirt or impurities. Dry them with a clean towel.
Finely dice the tomatoes, ensuring you remove any thick stems or cores. Place them into a medium mixing bowl.
Peel and finely chop the red onion, then add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Carefully slice the jalapeño in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and membrane if you prefer a milder spice level. Finely mince the jalapeño and add it to the bowl.
Peel the garlic clove and mince it finely. Add this to the bowl as well.
Chop the fresh cilantro roughly, measuring out about half a cup once chopped. Stir it into the mix.
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice into the salsa mixture, ensuring no seeds fall in. Start with half the lime’s juice and add more to taste.
Sprinkle in the kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Gently fold all the ingredients together until evenly combined.
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning or lime juice as needed.
Serve immediately for the freshest flavor, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld together. Pair with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or any dish of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 328 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1428 mg | 30% | |
*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.
