Description
This fresh tomato salsa recipe is quick and easy to prepare, made with vibrant, freshly chopped tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and a touch of jalapeño for mild heat. Enhanced with fresh lime juice and cilantro, it’s a flavorful and versatile dip perfect for chips or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes. The flavors meld even better if allowed to rest before serving.
Ingredients
Fresh Vegetables
- 3 cups freshly chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup finely diced onion
- ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
- 4 teaspoons chopped fresh jalapeño pepper (including seeds)
Herbs and Seasonings
- ¼ cup minced fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the fresh vegetables, herbs, and seasonings required for the salsa to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together the freshly chopped tomatoes, finely diced onion, chopped green bell pepper, minced cilantro, lime juice, chopped jalapeño (including seeds for heat), ground cumin, kosher salt, and ground black pepper until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix to preserve the fresh texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: The salsa is ready to serve immediately. For enhanced flavor, allow it to rest for 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy it with your favorite chips or as a complement to other dishes.
Notes
- For a milder salsa, reduce or omit the jalapeño seeds.
- Letting the salsa rest for 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best brightness and acidity.
- This salsa can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste according to preference.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
