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Restaurant Style Salsa

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  • Author: Alice
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cups
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Restaurant Style Salsa is a fresh, zesty, and flavorful salsa that captures the authentic taste of your favorite Mexican restaurant. Made with ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime, and just the right amount of heat, it’s perfect for dipping chips or topping tacos and grilled dishes.


Ingredients

  • 4 ripe tomatoes, diced

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced (adjust to heat preference)

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Combine Ingredients:
    In a medium bowl, mix diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, cilantro, and garlic.

  • Add Seasonings:
    Stir in lime juice, salt, cumin (if using), and black pepper.

  • Chill and Marinate:
    Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

  • Adjust to Taste:
    Taste and adjust salt, lime juice, or jalapeños as desired.

  • Serve:
    Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a topping for Mexican dishes.


Notes

Roast tomatoes and jalapeños before mixing for a smoky salsa variation.Pulse in a food processor for a smooth texture or keep chunky.Add mango or pineapple for a sweet twist.Use serrano peppers or hot sauce for extra heat.Remove seeds and reduce jalapeños for a milder salsa.