Fresh & Zesty Salsa Recipe
This fresh salsa is bright, zesty, and packed with flavor—perfect with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or any Mexican dish. It’s quick to make, healthy, and tastes better than store-bought.
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes chopped
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion white, red, or yellow
- 1 small jalapeño or serrano pepper seeds removed, chopped (adjust for heat)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp sugar optional
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro in a food processor. Pulse until ingredients are finely chopped but not completely pureed.
- Add lime juice, cumin, sugar (if using), salt, and black pepper. Pulse a few more times to mix evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. If salsa is too spicy, add extra tomato; if too thick, a few drops of water or lime juice can help.
- Transfer to a bowl and let sit for 15–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or your favorite Mexican dishes.
Notes
Notes & Tips
- For chunkier salsa, pulse less in the food processor.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Try adding diced green bell pepper or canned green chiles for a smoky twist.