Simple Texas Salsa

Bring the bold flavors of the Lone Star State to your table with this Simple Texas Salsa—a fresh, zesty, and customizable recipe perfect for every Tex-Mex lover. Made with ripe Roma tomatoes, spicy jalapeños, crisp red onion, and aromatic cilantro, this no-cook salsa is loaded with vibrant, garden-fresh ingredients. A squeeze of lime juice and a dash of ground cumin elevate the flavor profile, while a quick blitz in a blender lets you control the texture, whether you prefer it chunky or smooth. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salsa is a crowd-pleasing dip for tortilla chips, a flavorful topping for tacos, or a versatile companion to any Mexican-inspired dish. Easy, healthy, and irresistibly delicious, this homemade salsa is a must-try for your next gathering or weeknight dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 whole Roma tomatoes
• 2 whole jalapeño peppers
• 1 medium red onion
• 0.5 cups cilantro
• 1 whole lime
• 2 whole garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all produce thoroughly and pat dry.

Step 2

Roughly chop the Roma tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, red onion, and cilantro. Note: For a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeños before chopping.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.

Step 4

Juice the lime into a small bowl, removing any seeds. Set the juice aside.

Step 5

In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped tomatoes, jalapeños, red onion, cilantro, and garlic.

Step 6

Add the lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the blender or food processor.

Step 7

Pulse the mixture until it reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse lightly. For a smoother salsa, blend it longer.

Step 8

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve chilled with tortilla chips, tacos, or any Tex-Mex dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(619.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	157.8

Total Fat 1.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2392.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 5.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123.8mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1310.3mg	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: 7.2%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 80.6%