Tomato Salsa Salsa Cruda

Bright, fresh, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Tomato Salsa Cruda is your ultimate go-to recipe for an authentic homemade salsa. Made with ripe tomatoes, zesty lime juice, spicy jalapeño, and aromatic cilantro, this Mexican-inspired classic comes together in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. Perfectly versatile, this chunky salsa is ideal for dipping tortilla chips or elevating tacos, grilled meats, or roasted veggies. The combination of crisp red onion, minced garlic, and a hint of black pepper adds depth to its natural tangy sweetness. Easy to prepare and bursting with bold, summery flavors, this salsa is a must-have for your next gathering or family meal. Serve it fresh, let its flavors meld for a few minutes, and enjoy a perfectly balanced, homemade condiment that's as simple as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 small jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup, loosely packed fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small garlic clove

Directions

Step 1

Wash all produce thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeño pepper for less heat (or leave them in for a spicier salsa), then finely dice it and add to the mixture.

Step 5

Mince the garlic clove and stir it into the bowl.

Step 6

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and mix it into the salsa.

Step 7

Add the lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño if desired.

Step 9

Let the salsa rest for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes. For best results, store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	643.6 grams (643.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	141

Total Fat 1.20g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1213mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 32.80g	12%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 17.10g
Protein 5.90g	12%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 89mg	7%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 1422mg	30%

*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: 6.5%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 79.2%