Salsa Recipe With Fresh Tomatoes
This salsa recipe with fresh tomatoes is bright, zesty, and ready in minutes. It's the perfect healthy dip, taco topping, or side for your next summer meal.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes diced vine-ripened preferred
- 1 red onion finely diced
- 1 jalapeño seeded and minced adjust for spice
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 0.5 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 0.5 avocado diced optional
- 0.5 cup mango or pineapple diced optional
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all vegetables: dice the tomatoes, onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Stir gently until fully mixed.
- Optional: Chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes to let the flavors blend.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Add avocado, mango, or pineapple if desired.
Notes
For extra spice, leave jalapeño seeds in or add chopped serrano peppers. This salsa pairs well with grilled chicken, tacos, or tortilla chips.