Eila's Salsa

Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, Eila's Salsa is the ultimate homemade condiment that will elevate your snacks and meals. Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, fiery jalapeños, crisp red onion, and aromatic fresh cilantro, this salsa strikes the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly spicy. A squeeze of lime, a hint of ground cumin, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil round out the flavors, creating a vibrant and versatile dip. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this no-cook recipe is perfect for chips, tacos, grilled meats, or as a refreshing topping for your favorite dishes. It's the ideal crowd-pleaser for gatherings or meal prep, staying fresh for up to three days in the fridge. Dive into the bold, authentic taste of Eila's Salsa today!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 whole Roma tomatoes
• 2 whole Jalapeño peppers
• 0.5 whole Red onion
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro
• 1 whole Lime
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the fresh produce (tomatoes, jalapeños, red onion, cilantro, and lime) thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, uniform pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the jalapeño peppers. If you prefer a milder salsa, remove the seeds and membranes before chopping. Add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Dice the red onion and add it to the mixing bowl as well.

Step 5

Mince the garlic cloves and sprinkle them into the bowl for added flavor.

Step 6

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and stir it into the mixture.

Step 7

Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the salsa mixture, ensuring no seeds fall in.

Step 8

Sprinkle in the salt and ground cumin for seasoning.

Step 9

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the mixture to enhance the texture and flavor.

Step 10

Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, lime juice, or cumin to suit your preference.

Step 12

Let the salsa sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 13

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy as a dip or topping!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(574.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	250.9

Total Fat 15.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1209.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 4.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.4mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 1203.4mg	0%

*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: 48.7%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 44.4%