Bright, zesty, and bursting with garden-fresh flavor, this Easy Fresh Salsa recipe is the ultimate homemade topper for all your favorite dishes. Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, a hint of heat from jalapeño, aromatic cilantro, and the tangy kick of fresh lime juice, this salsa comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. The addition of minced garlic and a dash of optional ground cumin adds depth, while the easy preparation makes it perfect for weeknight snacking or entertaining guests. Serve it as a crowd-pleasing dip with tortilla chips or as a vibrant condiment for tacos, grilled meats, or salads. Simple, healthy, and irresistibly delicious, this fresh salsa is a must-try for any salsa lover!
Wash the Roma tomatoes, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro thoroughly under cold running water.
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, evenly-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
Remove the stem and seeds from the jalapeño pepper to control the spice level (you can leave the seeds for extra heat if desired). Finely mince the pepper and add it to the bowl.
Peel and finely chop half of the red onion, and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes and pepper.
Peel and mince the garlic clove, then mix it into the bowl.
Finely chop the cilantro leaves and stir them into the mixture.
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the salsa ingredients. Be careful to catch any seeds.
Sprinkle in the salt and optional ground cumin, and mix everything thoroughly to combine.
Taste the salsa and adjust the salt and lime juice if needed.
Let the salsa sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, or serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads.
Serving size | 404.5 grams (404.5g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 97 |
Total Fat 1.00g | 1% |
Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 1199mg | 52% |
Total Carbohydrate 24.00g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber 6.30g | 23% |
Total Sugars 10.50g | |
Protein 3.40g | 7% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 75mg | 6% |
Iron 2mg | 9% |
Potassium 829mg | 18% |
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