Absolutely! Here’s a classic tomato salsa recipe — fresh, zesty, and super versatile. You can make it chunky or smooth, spicy or mild — perfect for chips, tacos, grilled meats, or breakfast eggs.
🍅 Fresh Tomato Salsa (Pico de Gallo Style)
🍽️ Makes: ~2 cups
⏱️ Time: 10–15 minutes
✅ Ingredients:
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4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
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½ small red onion, finely chopped
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1–2 jalapeños or serrano peppers, finely minced (remove seeds for less heat)
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1–2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
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Juice of 1 lime (or more to taste)
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¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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Salt, to taste (start with ½ tsp)
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Optional: a pinch of sugar if tomatoes are too acidic
👨🍳 Instructions:
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Chop & mix:
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Combine tomatoes, onion, peppers, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl.
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Season:
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Add salt (and a pinch of sugar if needed). Mix well.
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Let it sit:
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For best flavor, let the salsa rest for 10–15 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve fresh or refrigerate for up to 2–3 days.
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🔄 Variations:
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Smooth restaurant-style salsa:
Blend all ingredients in a food processor until desired consistency, then taste and adjust lime/salt. -
Roasted tomato salsa:
Char tomatoes, garlic, onion, and chilies under a broiler or in a dry skillet. Blend for a smoky flavor. -
Fruit twist:
Add diced mango, pineapple, or peach for a sweet-spicy combo. -
Extra heat:
Use serrano or habanero peppers instead of jalapeño.
Would you like a cooked salsa, a salsa verde, or a chunky fire-roasted version next?
