Ultimate Salsa
Discover the vibrant freshness of the "Ultimate Salsa," a quick and easy recipe that bursts with authentic Mexican-inspired flavors. Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty red onion, spicy jalapeño, fragrant cilantro, and a touch of lime juice, this homemade salsa hits the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and spicy. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for dipping with tortilla chips or elevating tacos, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. The optional pinch of sugar gently balances acidity, while a hint of ground cumin adds depth to this bold, crowd-pleasing dip. Perfect for any occasion, this versatile salsa is sure to become your go-to favorite for fresh, flavorful snacking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium (about 1 pound) Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 whole Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
Instructions
Rinse the Roma tomatoes and dice them into small pieces. For a smoother salsa, you can also core the tomatoes and remove the seeds, but this step is optional.
Dice the red onion into small pieces. Aim for a fine dice to ensure the onion blends well with other flavors.
Slice the jalapeño pepper lengthwise and remove the seeds and membrane if you prefer a milder salsa. Then finely dice the pepper.
Chop the cilantro leaves finely. Measure to about 1/2 cup, loosely packed.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and garlic.
Squeeze the juice of about 1 lime (approximately 2 tablespoons) over the mixture.
Add the salt, optional sugar, and ground cumin to the bowl. Stir everything together until well combined.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary. For more heat, you can add additional diced jalapeño or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
Cover and refrigerate the salsa for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, tacos, or any dish of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2506 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.9 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.0 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 6734 mg | 143% | |
*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.
