Description
A vibrant, uncooked salsa with raw tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime, and jalapeño. Tangy, fresh, and crunchy, perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or chips.
Ingredients
1 cup finely chopped white onion (use small red onions if unavailable)
1 medium jalapeño or serrano pepper (adjust seeds to control heat)
¼ cup lime juice (plus extra for squeezing)
¾ teaspoon fine sea salt (adjust to taste)
1 ½ pounds ripe red tomatoes (cherry tomatoes work well)
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro (parsley is an acceptable substitute)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine chopped onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt
Stir vigorously for 30 seconds to mix flavors. Let sit for 5 minutes while chopping tomatoes and cilantro
Add chopped tomatoes and cilantro to the bowl. Use a rubber spatula to fold ingredients until evenly incorporated
Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more salt or lime juice if needed
Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Flavors develop best if marinated for up to 6 hours
Notes
Use a mortar and pestle to crush lime zest with a clove of garlic for added depth
Remove tomato skins with a paring knife for a cleaner texture
Finely dice jalapeño seeds separately if making a spicier version
Serve with a slotted spoon to avoid transferring excess juice
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Chopping
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup per serving
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg