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Salsa Recipe

This easy homemade salsa bursts with the vibrant flavors of fresh tomatoes, cilantro, lime, and jalapeño. It’s perfectly balanced, customizable for any spice level, and ready in under 15 minutes, a foolproof favorite for chips, tacos, or grilled dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
resting 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 35
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ripe Roma tomatoes roughly chopped
  • ½ medium red onion chopped
  • 1 –2 jalapeño peppers seeded and chopped (adjust for spice)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime about 2 tablespoons
  • ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sugar optional, to balance acidity
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil optional for smoother texture
  • Optional add-ins:
  • ½ cup diced mango or pineapple for a sweet twist
  • 1 avocado cubed, added just before serving
  • A dash of cumin or smoked paprika for earthy depth

Method
 

  1. Prep the ingredients. Wash and chop all vegetables. If you like milder salsa, remove the seeds and membranes from your jalapeños. Leave them in for more heat.
  2. Blend or pulse. In a food processor, add tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro. Pulse several times until you reach your desired consistency. For a chunkier texture, blend less; for a smooth finish, blend longer.
  3. Add lime and seasonings. Pour the mixture into a bowl. Stir in lime juice, salt, pepper, and optional sugar or olive oil. Taste and adjust seasoning, more lime for brightness, salt for balance, or jalapeño for spice.
  4. Let it rest. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully.
  5. Serve and enjoy. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired, and serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled meats.