Lorenzo's Salsa

Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, Lorenzo's Salsa is a quick and easy recipe that will elevate your snack or meal game. This fresh, homemade salsa combines juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty lime juice, a kick of heat from jalapeño peppers, and the aromatic goodness of garlic and cilantro. Perfectly seasoned with ground cumin and just a hint of salt—and an optional touch of sweetness—this salsa strikes the ideal balance of tangy, spicy, and savory. With only 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for dipping tortilla chips or topping tacos, burritos, and grilled meats. Whether you like it mild or with an extra punch of heat, Lorenzo's Salsa is your go-to recipe for fresh, authentic flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium Roma tomatoes
• 2 small jalapeño peppers
• 1 small red onion
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 large lime
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon optional sugar

Directions

Step 1

1. Wash the Roma tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, cilantro, and lime thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

2. Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, even chunks and place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 3

3. Finely chop the jalapeño peppers. Remove the seeds for a milder salsa, or keep them for more heat. Add the chopped peppers to the bowl.

Step 4

4. Peel and finely dice the red onion, then add it to the mixing bowl with the tomatoes and peppers.

Step 5

5. Mince the garlic cloves and mix them into the bowl along with the other ingredients.

Step 6

6. Roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves, discarding the stems, and add them to the bowl.

Step 7

7. Juice the lime and pour the lime juice over the mix, ensuring it distributes evenly.

Step 8

8. Add the salt, ground cumin, and optional sugar to the mixing bowl for seasoning. Adjust the salt or sugar quantities to taste if needed.

Step 9

9. Gently stir all the ingredients together until they are evenly combined.

Step 10

10. Cover the bowl and let the salsa sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

11. Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(613.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	174.4

Total Fat 1.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2392.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 5.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 128.1mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1282.3mg	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: 6.2%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 82.4%