Spicy Tomato Salsa
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Spicy Tomato Salsa is a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for parties, snacking, or topping your favorite dishes. Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty red onion, fiery jalapeño peppers, and aromatic fresh cilantro, this salsa strikes the perfect balance between freshness and heat. A squeeze of lime juice, a touch of smoked paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil elevate the flavors, while ground cumin adds a subtle depth. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salsa is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it with crispy tortilla chips, spoon it over tacos, or use it to add a spicy kick to grilled meats and vegetables. Perfect for a quick appetizer or a flavor-packed condiment, this salsa is a must-try for anyone who loves bold, homemade dips!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 pieces Red onion
- 2 pieces Jalapeño pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 piece Lime
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the Roma tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño peppers under cool running water.
Finely dice the tomatoes and place them into a large bowl.
Chop the red onion finely and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Remove the seeds from the jalapeño peppers for a milder salsa, or leave them in for more heat. Dice the jalapeños finely and add them to the bowl.
Mince the garlic cloves and add to the tomato mixture.
Chop the cilantro leaves finely and stir them into the bowl.
Slice the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the ingredients in the bowl, ensuring no seeds fall in.
Add the salt, ground cumin, and smoked paprika to the bowl, then drizzle in the olive oil.
Stir everything together thoroughly to combine and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or refrigerate for an hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
79 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 496 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 496 mg | 11% | |
*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.
