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Fresh Tomato Salsa


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A vibrant and refreshing salsa made with ripe tomatoes and fresh ingredients, perfect for chips or as a topping.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ripe red tomatoes (plum/roma, about 6 tomatoes, diced small)
  • 1 ¼ cups finely chopped white onion
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh cilantro (tough stems discarded)
  • 1 medium jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup lime juice (from 2 limes)
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
  2. Gently stir to mix everything together.
  3. Taste and adjust the ingredients to your tastes, if needed.
  4. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for an hour or two to let the flavors meld together.

Notes

  • Fresh salsa can be adjusted by adding more lime juice or salt according to personal preference.
  • For a spicier salsa, leave some seeds and ribs in the jalapeño.
  • This salsa pairs well with tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled meats.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 30
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg