Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa

Bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa is your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing, homemade dip. Featuring juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty red onion, a kick of jalapeño, and fragrant cilantro, this salsa is elevated with a splash of bright lime juice and a hint of garlic. Perfectly balanced with just the right amount of salt and pepper, it’s a versatile dish that takes only 15 minutes to prepare—no cooking required! Enjoy it with crispy tortilla chips or as a zesty topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving a fresh snack, this easy, award-worthy salsa is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium Roma tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup, chopped Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.

Step 2

Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, even pieces and add them to a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the red onion. Add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Slice the jalapeño in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and ribs for a milder salsa, or leave some for added heat. Finely mince the jalapeño and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Chop the cilantro finely and measure out 1/2 cup. Add this to the mixing bowl.

Step 6

Mince the garlic clove and mix it into the bowl with the other ingredients.

Step 7

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 8

Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Allow the salsa to sit for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.

Step 10

Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	540.6 grams (540.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	123

Total Fat 1.10g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1208mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 28.40g	10%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 14.80g
Protein 4.50g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86mg	7%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 1174mg	25%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 7.0%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 80.3%