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    Sunny Garden Tomato Salsa

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    A vibrant and fresh tomato salsa perfect for tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled meats.

    Ingredients for Sunny Garden Tomato Salsa

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    Medium Ripe Tomatoes, cored and diced

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    Canned Whole Tomatoes, cored and diced

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    Garlic Clove, peeled and finely chopped

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    Red Onion, finely diced

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    Cilantro Sprigs, chopped

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    Lime, juiced

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    Salt

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    How to Make Sunny Garden Tomato Salsa

    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.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Balancing Flavors

    Adjust levels of acidity, heat, and salt as you go. A pinch of sugar can balance excess acidity.

    Seasoning Properly

    Use a good quality sea salt or kosher salt and add it in increments, tasting as you go.

    Selecting Tomatoes

    Choose ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor. Heirloom varieties can add a unique taste and color to your salsa.

    Letting it Marinate

    Allow your salsa to rest for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and intensify.

    Acid is Your Friend

    Use fresh lime juice to add zing and preserve the color and flavor of your salsa, avoiding bottled lime juice.


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