How to Make Salsa

Fresh homemade salsa in 15 minutes

⚡Quick Answer

Dice tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic. Add lime juice, salt, cumin. Rest 30 min. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Dice 4 tomatoes, ½ white onion, 1-2 jalapeños (seeded for mild). Chop ¼ cup fresh cilantro. Mince 2 garlic cloves.

💡Roma tomatoes work best - less watery than beefsteak.

Mix all ingredients in bowl. Add juice of 1-2 limes, ½ tsp salt, pinch of cumin. Stir well.

💡For smoother salsa, pulse briefly in food processor.

Refrigerate for 30 minutes minimum. Flavors develop and improve over time.

💡Even better after a few hours or overnight!

Add more salt, lime, or jalapeño to taste. Should be bright, balanced, and slightly spicy.

💡Too spicy? Add more tomato or a pinch of sugar.

5-7 days refrigerated in airtight container. Best within first 3 days.

Yes! Skip it or substitute fresh parsley. Some people have a gene that makes cilantro taste like soap.

Keep jalapeño seeds, add serrano peppers, or add cayenne. A little goes a long way!

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