Summer Salsa
Brighten up your summer table with this vibrant and refreshing Summer Salsa, a quick and easy recipe bursting with fresh, zesty flavor! Featuring juicy Roma tomatoes, crisp red onion, spicy jalapeño, and fragrant cilantro, this homemade salsa comes together in just 15 minutes for the ultimate no-cook appetizer or side dish. A zing of fresh lime juice ties everything together, while a touch of garlic, olive oil, and optional add-ins like sweet corn or creamy avocado elevate its texture and taste. Perfect for pairing with tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled dishes, this Summer Salsa is a versatile crowd-pleaser that’s as colorful as it is delicious. Whether hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a healthy snack, this salsa is your go-to recipe for capturing the essence of summer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 medium-sized Red onion
- 1 medium-sized Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 whole Lime
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Sweet corn (optional)
- 1 medium-sized Avocado (optional)
Instructions
Wash all the fresh produce thoroughly and pat dry.
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Slice the jalapeño pepper in half, remove the seeds and membrane for a milder heat (or leave them in for extra spice), then finely dice it. Add to the bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves (no stems) and measure out 1/2 cup. Add to the mixture.
Mince the garlic cloves and stir into the salsa mixture.
Cut the lime in half and squeeze its juice over the salsa, ensuring no seeds fall in.
Add the salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Gently stir everything to combine evenly.
If using optional ingredients, stir in sweet corn kernels and/or diced avocado at this stage.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, lime juice, or pepper.
Chill the salsa in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve fresh with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled meats or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 664 mg | 14% | |
*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.
