Effortless Homemade Tomato Salsa
Brighten Your Meals with Fresh Tomato Salsa: Ready in 5 Minutes!
Discover how easy it is to make delicious tomato salsa at home, the perfect accompaniment to popular Mexican and South American dishes like tacos and burritos! This vibrant salsa, bursting with fresh vegetables and the zesty tang of lime, will elevate your culinary creations. Share this simple, quick recipe for a versatile salsa that’s sure to impress.
Key Ingredients- 1 ripe fresh tomato
- 1 jalapeño pepper (seeds removed)
- 1/2 medium onion (white or red)
- A small bunch of fresh cilantro (about 2-3 sprigs, adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- A pinch of salt (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by gathering your fresh ingredients. I’ve prepared one ripe tomato, half an onion, one jalapeño for a touch of heat, fresh cilantro for aroma, and half a lime for that essential zesty kick. Unlike lemons, limes offer a distinct, bright acidity that is characteristic of many South American dishes.
Step 2
Now, let’s dice all the ingredients. Start by finely dicing the tomato. To ensure a fresher, less watery salsa, place the diced tomatoes in a sieve or colander set over a bowl. Let them drain for about 5-10 minutes to release excess moisture.
Step 3
Next, finely dice the onion and jalapeño into small, uniform pieces (about 0.5 cm). If you enjoy more heat, you can leave some of the jalapeño seeds; for a milder flavor, remove them all. Place the diced onion and jalapeño into a mixing bowl.
Step 4
Once the tomatoes have drained sufficiently, add them to the bowl with the diced onion and jalapeño. Now, it’s time to season and blend the flavors. Add a pinch of salt, finely chopped fresh cilantro (use more if you love its distinct flavor), and squeeze in the juice from half a lime. Gently mix everything together. The lime juice will significantly enhance the salsa’s freshness.
Step 5
Gently combine all the ingredients until well mixed. Transfer the finished tomato salsa to a small serving bowl. While it’s delicious right away, chilling it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour will allow the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in an even more vibrant taste. Enjoy your homemade salsa with tacos, nachos, salads, and more!
