Santa Maria Salsa

Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, Santa Maria Salsa is the ultimate topping for tacos, grilled meats, or a simple bowl of tortilla chips. This quick and easy recipe combines juicy Roma tomatoes, crisp red onion, fragrant cilantro, and a kick of jalapeño, all tied together with tangy lime juice and a drizzle of olive oil. Perfectly balanced with a hint of garlic and a dash of salt and pepper, this no-cook salsa is ready in just 20 minutes. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or prepping a casual weeknight dinner, Santa Maria Salsa is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing addition that celebrates the best of fresh, homemade condiments.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium-sized Roma tomatoes
• 1 medium-sized Red onion
• 1 bunch Fresh cilantro
• 1 medium-sized Jalapeño
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the produce thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Finely dice the Roma tomatoes and place them into a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the red onion. Add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Remove the stems from the cilantro and finely chop the leaves. Add to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Carefully slice the jalapeño in half and remove the seeds and membrane (for less heat) or leave them intact (for more heat). Finely dice the jalapeño and add to the mix.

Step 6

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the other ingredients.

Step 7

Squeeze the juice from 1-2 limes to yield about 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice. Pour this over the chopped ingredients.

Step 8

Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle in the salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly combined. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice to taste, if needed.

Step 10

Cover and let the salsa sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Serve immediately with grilled meat, tacos, or tortilla chips. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(650.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	280.8

Total Fat 15.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1230.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 6.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 127.2mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1467.3mg	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: 46.2%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 45.3%