Spicy Tomato Salsa

Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Spicy Tomato Salsa is a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for parties, snacking, or topping your favorite dishes. Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty red onion, fiery jalapeño peppers, and aromatic fresh cilantro, this salsa strikes the perfect balance between freshness and heat. A squeeze of lime juice, a touch of smoked paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil elevate the flavors, while ground cumin adds a subtle depth. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salsa is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it with crispy tortilla chips, spoon it over tacos, or use it to add a spicy kick to grilled meats and vegetables. Perfect for a quick appetizer or a flavor-packed condiment, this salsa is a must-try for anyone who loves bold, homemade dips!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 pieces Red onion
• 2 pieces Jalapeño pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 piece Lime
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the Roma tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño peppers under cool running water.

Step 2

Finely dice the tomatoes and place them into a large bowl.

Step 3

Chop the red onion finely and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Remove the seeds from the jalapeño peppers for a milder salsa, or leave them in for more heat. Dice the jalapeños finely and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Mince the garlic cloves and add to the tomato mixture.

Step 6

Chop the cilantro leaves finely and stir them into the bowl.

Step 7

Slice the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the ingredients in the bowl, ensuring no seeds fall in.

Step 8

Add the salt, ground cumin, and smoked paprika to the bowl, then drizzle in the olive oil.

Step 9

Stir everything together thoroughly to combine and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately with tortilla chips or refrigerate for an hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(689.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	271.9

Total Fat 16.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2413.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 6.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 158.1mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1464.0mg	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: 49.0%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 43.1%