Tomato and Chorizo Salsa

Bursting with smoky flavors and vibrant freshness, this Tomato and Chorizo Salsa is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, savory browned chorizo, and a zesty kick from lime juice and jalapeño, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes! The addition of smoked paprika and fresh cilantro elevates the salsa into a bold, flavor-packed topping perfect for tortilla chips, tacos, or even grilled meats. Whether you're hosting a party or spicing up your dinner, this chunky, protein-packed salsa adds a satisfying twist to any table. Prepare it ahead of time to let the flavors meld and watch it disappear in minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 150 g chorizo sausage
• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 whole lime
• 1 small jalapeño
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Remove the casing from the chorizo sausage and crumble the meat into the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and slightly crispy. Remove from heat and drain excess grease if necessary. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

While the chorizo cools, dice the tomatoes into small chunks and transfer them to a medium mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves and jalapeño (remove the seeds from the jalapeño for a milder salsa), then stir them into the tomato mixture.

Step 5

Add the cooked chorizo to the bowl along with the chopped cilantro, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Cut the lime in half and squeeze its juice over the mixture. Drizzle with olive oil.

Step 7

Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Transfer the salsa to a serving dish and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	860.7 grams (860.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1043

Total Fat 79.90g	102%
Saturated Fat 28.90g	144%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 133mg	44%
Sodium 3903mg	170%
Total Carbohydrate 40.60g	15%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 19.00g
Protein 44.70g	89%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 140mg	11%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 1542mg	33%

*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: 67.8%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 15.3%