Garlic Cilantro Salsa

Brighten up your table with this zesty and flavor-packed Garlic Cilantro Salsa, a quick and versatile recipe that's ready in just 10 minutes! Featuring a vibrant blend of fresh cilantro, juicy Roma tomatoes, and fiery jalapeño pepper, this salsa is perfectly balanced with tangy lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a hint of garlic for a bold, herbaceous kick. Whether you prefer it chunky or smooth, the customizable texture makes it perfect for dipping tortilla chips or elevating tacos, grilled meats, and more. With its fresh, homemade taste and easy preparation, this garlic cilantro salsa is sure to become your go-to recipe for any gathering or weeknight meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh cilantro
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 3 medium-sized Roma tomatoes
• 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 medium-sized Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cilantro thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Roughly chop the leaves and tender stems.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Step 3

Dice the Roma tomatoes into small chunks. For a smoother salsa, you can remove the seeds if desired.

Step 4

Slice the jalapeño pepper lengthwise. Remove the seeds and membrane for less heat or leave them in for a spicier flavor. Dice the pepper finely.

Step 5

Peel and finely dice half of a medium-sized red onion.

Step 6

Add the chopped cilantro, garlic cloves, tomatoes, jalapeño pepper, red onion, lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using) into a food processor or blender.

Step 7

Pulse the mixture several times until the salsa reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier texture, avoid over-blending.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or sugar to balance the flavors.

Step 9

Transfer the garlic cilantro salsa to a serving bowl and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve immediately with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for your favorite dishes. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	390.7 grams (390.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	237

Total Fat 14.80g	19%
Saturated Fat 2.20g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1212mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 26.10g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 11.10g
Protein 4.00g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 92mg	7%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 864mg	18%

*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: 52.5%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 41.2%