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Homemade Salsa

A fresh and zesty homemade salsa that's versatile for any occasion, perfect as a dip or topping for various dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1-2 pieces jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced Adjust for spice level
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 piece lime, juiced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing your tomatoes and cilantro.
  2. Dice the tomatoes into small cubes, chop the onion finely, and mince the jalapeños (remember to wear gloves if you’re sensitive to spice).
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced jalapeños, and cilantro.
Seasoning
  1. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Stir everything together until well combined.
Taste and Adjust
  1. Take a taste! If needed, add more lime or salt to suit your preference.
Chill (Optional)
  1. For a colder salsa, let it sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to meld the flavors together.
Serve
  1. Enjoy your fresh homemade salsa with tortilla chips, over grilled chicken, or as a topping for tacos!

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days or frozen for up to three months. Stir before serving to reincorporate juices.