Mexican Tomato Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Mexican Tomato Salad is the ultimate summer-side dish packed with fresh ingredients. Juicy, ripe tomatoes take center stage, complemented by crisp red onion, zesty lime juice, and a touch of heat from finely chopped jalapeño. Fresh cilantro adds an herbaceous kick, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ties everything together. For an irresistible finishing touch, crumble cotija cheese and creamy avocado can be added, elevating the flavor profile even further. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is perfect for backyard barbecues, Taco Tuesday feasts, or as a light and refreshing standalone meal. Loaded with fresh produce and easy to customize, this Mexican-inspired salad will quickly become a favorite on your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 small jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 large lime
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup cotija cheese (optional)
• 1 large avocado (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño pepper, cilantro, and lime.

Step 2

Slice the tomatoes into wedges or bite-sized chunks and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Halve and thinly slice the red onion. Add it to the salad bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Finely chop the jalapeño pepper, removing the seeds for less heat if desired, and add it to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves and add them to the salad mixture.

Step 6

Juice the lime and add the fresh lime juice over the salad mixture.

Step 7

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the top, then sprinkle with sea salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients until evenly coated.

Step 9

If using, crumble cotija cheese over the top of the salad. For an extra layer of creaminess, dice and add the avocado just before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or light main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1248.9 grams (1248.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1008

Total Fat 78.50g	101%
Saturated Fat 21.10g	106%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 2079mg	90%
Total Carbohydrate 69.50g	25%
Dietary Fiber 27.30g	98%
Total Sugars 26.80g
Protein 27.80g	56%

Vitamin D 13IU	64%
Calcium 591mg	45%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 3060mg	65%

*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: 64.5%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 25.4%