Stephanie's Salsa

Brighten up your table with the vibrant and zesty flavors of *Stephanie’s Salsa*! This quick and easy homemade salsa recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe Roma tomatoes with the bold punch of fresh cilantro, red onion, and garlic. A jalapeño pepper adds a customizable level of heat, while a splash of lime juice and a dash of ground cumin round out the flavor profile with tangy and earthy notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salsa can be tailored to your preferred texture—chunky or smooth—with an optional drizzle of olive oil for a silky finish. Perfect for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or serving as a refreshing condiment, this salsa is a must-try to elevate your Mexican-inspired meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium ripe Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 small red onion
• 2 large cloves of garlic
• 1 medium jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cups fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 large lime
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.75 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for smoothing texture)

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse the Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro under cold water to clean them.

Step 2

Core and roughly chop the tomatoes into quarters, removing any tough stem areas.

Step 3

Peel the red onion half and chop it into smaller chunks for easier blending.

Step 4

Peel the garlic cloves and slice off the root ends.

Step 5

Remove the stem from the jalapeño. For a milder salsa, slice it in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. If you prefer more heat, keep the seeds in.

Step 6

In a large food processor or blender, add chopped tomatoes, red onion chunks, garlic cloves, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 7

Cut the lime in half and juice it directly into the blender, being careful to avoid seeds.

Step 8

Add the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.

Step 9

Pulse the ingredients in the food processor or blender a few times to combine them. Gradually increase the speed until the salsa reaches your desired consistency. You can make it chunky or smooth depending on your preference.

Step 10

Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding a pinch more salt, black pepper, or additional lime juice to taste.

Step 11

If you prefer a slightly smoother salsa, drizzle in one tablespoon of olive oil and blend for an additional 10 seconds.

Step 12

Transfer the salsa into a serving bowl or an airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 13

Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a condiment for your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(668.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	265.7

Total Fat 16.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1824.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 6.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 159.3mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1410.2mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 43.9%