Indian Spiced Tomato Salsa

Brighten up your snacking or meal-prep routine with this vibrant and aromatic Indian Spiced Tomato Salsa! A delightful twist on the classic salsa, this recipe combines juicy ripe tomatoes, zesty red onion, and fresh cilantro with bold Indian spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and a hint of red chili powder for an irresistible burst of flavor. Tempering the spices in warm olive oil enhances their depth, while a splash of lemon juice adds the perfect tangy finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile salsa is perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a spread for naan bread, or a flavor-packed topping for tacos, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. Whether you're hosting a party or elevating a weeknight dinner, this Indian-inspired salsa is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 1 small green chili
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the tomatoes, red onion, green chili, and fresh cilantro, and set them aside.

Step 2

Peel and grate the ginger for a fresh aromatic kick.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 4

Turn off the heat and stir in the ground coriander, red chili powder, and turmeric powder. Let the spices cool slightly while retaining their flavors.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, red onion, green chili, cilantro, and grated ginger.

Step 6

Pour the tempered spice mix into the bowl and gently combine all the ingredients to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 7

Add the lemon juice and salt, mixing thoroughly. Taste and adjust salt or spice levels as needed.

Step 8

Let the salsa rest for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve fresh as a dip with tortilla chips, naan bread, or as a topping for grilled meats, tacos, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	658.9 grams (658.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	288

Total Fat 16.20g	21%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1222mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 34.80g	13%
Dietary Fiber 9.50g	34%
Total Sugars 18.60g
Protein 6.90g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123mg	9%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1516mg	32%

*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: 46.6%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 44.5%