10 minutes
A vibrant and fresh tomato salsa perfect for tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled meats.
Medium Ripe Tomatoes, cored and diced
each
Canned Whole Tomatoes, cored and diced
each
Garlic Clove, peeled and finely chopped
each
Red Onion, finely diced
each
Cilantro Sprigs, chopped
each
Lime, juiced
each
to taste
1. Prepare Tomatoes
First, take your tomatoes, whether fresh or canned, and core them to remove the tough center. Then, cut them into a medium dice. This step ensures your salsa has a consistent texture, making every bite delightful.
2. Combine Ingredients
Next, gather your finely chopped garlic, diced onion, and chopped cilantro sprigs. Combine these ingredients with the diced tomatoes in a bowl.
3. Add Lime Juice
Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the mixture, adding a bright, tangy flavor that ties everything together.
4. Mix and Season
Once all your ingredients are in the bowl, stir gently with a spoon. This gentle approach keeps the texture intact, preventing the tomatoes from becoming too mushy and ensuring an even mix of flavors. Now, season the salsa to your taste with salt.
5. Let Flavors Develop
Let the salsa sit for about five minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to meld together, enhancing the overall taste and giving the salsa a slightly more vibrant color.
Adjust levels of acidity, heat, and salt as you go. A pinch of sugar can balance excess acidity.
Use a good quality sea salt or kosher salt and add it in increments, tasting as you go.
Choose ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor. Heirloom varieties can add a unique taste and color to your salsa.
Allow your salsa to rest for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and intensify.
Use fresh lime juice to add zing and preserve the color and flavor of your salsa, avoiding bottled lime juice.
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