Santa Maria Salsa
Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, Santa Maria Salsa is the ultimate topping for tacos, grilled meats, or a simple bowl of tortilla chips. This quick and easy recipe combines juicy Roma tomatoes, crisp red onion, fragrant cilantro, and a kick of jalapeño, all tied together with tangy lime juice and a drizzle of olive oil. Perfectly balanced with a hint of garlic and a dash of salt and pepper, this no-cook salsa is ready in just 20 minutes. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or prepping a casual weeknight dinner, Santa Maria Salsa is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing addition that celebrates the best of fresh, homemade condiments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized Roma tomatoes
- 1 medium-sized Red onion
- 1 bunch Fresh cilantro
- 1 medium-sized Jalapeño
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash all the produce thoroughly under cold running water.
Finely dice the Roma tomatoes and place them into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Peel and finely chop the red onion. Add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Remove the stems from the cilantro and finely chop the leaves. Add to the mixing bowl.
Carefully slice the jalapeño in half and remove the seeds and membrane (for less heat) or leave them intact (for more heat). Finely dice the jalapeño and add to the mix.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the other ingredients.
Squeeze the juice from 1-2 limes to yield about 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice. Pour this over the chopped ingredients.
Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle in the salt and black pepper.
Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly combined. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice to taste, if needed.
Cover and let the salsa sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately with grilled meat, tacos, or tortilla chips. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1231 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1467 mg | 31% | |
*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.
