Fresh Garden Salsa
Fresh Garden Salsa
Ingredients
- 4 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Finely chop the Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño pepper (after seeding), and green bell pepper. If using a manual food chopper, process in batches to ensure an even, fine chop.
⏱️ 10 min
- 2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the finely chopped tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and green bell pepper.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Add the chopped fresh cilantro, freshly squeezed lime juice, and minced garlic to the bowl. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Season the salsa with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Start with the recommended amounts and adjust to your personal preference. Stir again to distribute the seasonings.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This passive time is crucial for the best taste.
⏱️ 3 min
- 6
Before serving, give the salsa a final stir. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos, or alongside grilled meats.
⏱️ 3 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Fresh Garden Salsa
- 4 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Finely chop the Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño pepper (after seeding), and green bell pepper. If using a manual food chopper, process in batches to ensure an even, fine chop.
⏱️ 10 min - 2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the finely chopped tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and green bell pepper.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Add the chopped fresh cilantro, freshly squeezed lime juice, and minced garlic to the bowl. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Season the salsa with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Start with the recommended amounts and adjust to your personal preference. Stir again to distribute the seasonings.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This passive time is crucial for the best taste.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Before serving, give the salsa a final stir. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos, or alongside grilled meats.
⏱️ 3 min