The Best Homemade Salsa Recipe You'll Ever Make

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The Best Homemade Salsa Recipe You'll Ever Make

With finely diced fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro and fresh jalapenos, this salsa offers a satisfying texture that complements everything from crispy tortilla chips to grilled meats or fish.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Mexican

Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 40

Servings servings

Calories 37kcal

Author Lise Sullivan Ode

Ingredients

10 small tomatoes, such as Roma
½ large purple onion
3-4 limes, juiced
1-2 jalapenos
¼ bunch fresh cilantro or more, if desired
1 teaspoon sugar
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and dice the tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, cilantro, and jalapeños. Juice the limes (I used an electric juicer.)
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lime juice and chopped onion. Let it sit for 30 minutes. Then add diced tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeños. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in oil and sugar too.
Mix Well: Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to maintain some texture in the salsa.
Refrigerate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salsa to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This also helps chill the salsa, enhancing its refreshing quality.
Serve: Once chilled, give the salsa a final stir and taste for seasoning. Adjust if necessary. Serve the salsa with tortilla chips, alongside tacos, grilled meats, or any other dishes you desire. Enjoy!
Storage: Store any leftover salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to give it a stir before serving leftovers.

Notes

Fine Dice: Finely dice the tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and other ingredients for a consistent texture. This ensures that every bite of salsa contains a perfect blend of flavors and textures.

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