Fresh Summer Salsa

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavor-packed Fresh Summer Salsa, the ultimate sidekick for your warm-weather feasts! Bursting with the garden-fresh goodness of juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty lime juice, and aromatic cilantro, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes—no cooking required. Perfectly balanced with a touch of heat from jalapeño and the savory depth of minced garlic, this versatile salsa is customizable with optional additions like sweet corn or creamy avocado. Serve it chilled with crispy tortilla chips, or use it to elevate tacos, grilled chicken, or your favorite summer salads. Healthy, refreshing, and irresistibly delicious, it’s your go-to solution for outdoor gatherings and weeknight dinners alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 medium-sized Red onion
• 1 medium-sized Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 1 large Lime
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup Optional: Sweet corn kernels or diced avocado

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro under cold water.

Step 2

Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, even pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely dice half of the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Carefully remove the seeds from the jalapeño pepper (use gloves if needed) and finely chop it. Add the jalapeño to the bowl. Adjust the quantity to taste for spice preference.

Step 5

Chop the fresh cilantro leaves and measure out 0.5 cup. Add to the mixing bowl.

Step 6

Mince the garlic clove finely and add it to the mixture.

Step 7

Cut the lime in half and juice it directly into the bowl, ensuring to catch any seeds.

Step 8

Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the bowl.

Step 9

If using optional ingredients such as sweet corn kernels or diced avocado, gently fold them into the mixture.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 12

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	555.6 grams (555.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	324

Total Fat 16.30g	21%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1220mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 48.20g	18%
Dietary Fiber 10.10g	36%
Total Sugars 18.20g
Protein 7.40g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86mg	7%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1185mg	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: 39.7%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 52.2%