Salsa

Bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, this homemade salsa recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty red onion, fiery jalapeño, and a generous handful of fresh cilantro, this quick and easy salsa comes together in just 15 minutes—no cooking required! A splash of lime juice and a dash of ground cumin elevate the flavors, while the option to adjust spice levels ensures it’s suited to your taste. Whether you’re serving it with crispy tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos, or alongside grilled meats, this zesty, restaurant-style salsa is the perfect blend of bold, refreshing, and savory. Bring a pop of color and a fiesta of flavor to your table with this versatile, crowd-favorite salsa recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 pieces Red onion
• 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cups Cilantro
• 1 piece Lime
• 1 piece Garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cumin

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all the produce thoroughly.

Step 2

Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, even chunks 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

Slice the jalapeño pepper in half, remove the seeds and membrane for less heat (optional), and finely dice it. Add the jalapeño to the bowl.

Step 5

Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and add them to the bowl.

Step 6

Mince the garlic clove and stir it into the mixture.

Step 7

Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the salsa mixture.

Step 8

Add the salt and ground cumin to the bowl and mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If you prefer more heat, you can add extra diced jalapeño or a pinch of chili powder.

Step 10

Let the salsa sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Step 11

Serve immediately with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(542.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	122.1

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1208.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 4.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 95.4mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 1163.6mg	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: 7.3%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 80.4%