Salsa from Costa Rica
Bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors, this authentic Salsa from Costa Rica is the perfect accompaniment to elevate any meal or snack. Featuring juicy diced tomatoes, crisp red onion, zesty cilantro, and the crunch of colorful bell peppers, this no-cook recipe brings the essence of Costa Rican cuisine straight to your table in just 15 minutes. A squeeze of tangy lime juice ties it all together, while an optional jalapeño adds just the right amount of spice for those who crave a little heat. Perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, this refreshing salsa is ideal for topping tacos, enhancing grilled meats, or simply enjoyed as a dip with tortilla chips. Quick, easy, and packed with bold flavors, this homemade Costa Rican salsa is a must-try addition to your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium, diced Tomatoes
- 1 small, finely chopped Red onion
- 1 bunch, finely chopped Cilantro
- 1 small, finely diced (green or yellow) Bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 small, finely chopped Jalapeño (optional)
Instructions
Wash and prepare all your vegetables: dice the tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, cilantro, and optional jalapeño, and dice the bell peppers.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, and diced bell peppers.
If you like a spicy kick, add the finely chopped jalapeño to the bowl.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and stir well to combine.
Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
Cover the bowl and let the salsa sit in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1230 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1759 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.
