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Homemade Salsa

A vibrant and flavorful salsa perfect for dipping, topping, or enjoying by the spoonful.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Condiment
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Salsa Base
  • 3 medium Tomatoes juicy and ripe
  • 1 small Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Jalape?o diced, adjust for heat preference
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro fresh and chopped
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather ingredients: Start by collecting fresh ingredients like ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, and jalape?os. Freshness is key for that vibrant flavor!
  2. Chop veggies: Dice the tomatoes, onions, and jalape?os into small pieces. Aim for a uniform size to ensure even mixing and a delightful texture in every bite.
  3. Mix together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped veggies with fresh cilantro and lime juice. Stir gently until everything is well incorporated and colorful.
  4. Season generously: Add salt and pepper to taste. Remember, good seasoning enhances flavors?so don?t be shy in this step!
  5. Let it rest: Allow your salsa to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This resting time lets the flavors meld beautifully together.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve with tortilla chips or over grilled meats for an extra kick!

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