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Fresh Tomato Salsa

A vibrant, chunky salsa made with ripe tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Perfect for scooping with tortilla chips or spooning over tacos and grilled meats.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
35
Protein
1g
Fresh Tomato Salsa
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Dice the 4 tomatoes into 1/2 inch pieces and place them in a large bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Finely chop the 1/2 onion and add to the bowl with the tomatoes.

  3. Step 3

    Stem, seed, and mince the 1 jalapeño, then add it to the bowl.

  4. Step 4

    Chop the 1/2 cup cilantro leaves and stems, and add to the bowl.

  5. Step 5

    Juice the 1 lime and pour the juice over the salsa.

  6. Step 6

    Sprinkle with the 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir everything together.

  7. Step 7

    Let the salsa sit for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld, then taste and adjust salt or lime if needed.

Tools you’ll need

  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • mixing bowl
  • citrus juicer

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