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Tomato Salsa

A fresh and zesty homemade tomato salsa packed with vibrant flavor and perfect for dipping or topping your favorite meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sauces & Dips
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 28
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salsa Base
  • 6 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp lime juice fresh
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • chef knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Dice the tomatoes and place them in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add chopped onion, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro.
  3. Stir in lime juice, salt, pepper, olive oil, and cumin.
  4. Mix gently and let the salsa rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

Notes

For deeper flavor, refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. Use firmer tomatoes to avoid watery salsa.