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Bright, zesty and full of flavour, this fresh tomato salsa is the perfect snack with wholesome ingredients.
This quick and easy-to-prepare salsa recipe is fresh and naturally flavourful. Mild enough for sharing, perfect for parties, picnics or afternoon snacking. It’s easy to customise with extra chilli, avocado or even cheese!
Prep time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 15–30 minutes
Serves: 4–6
Ingredients
- 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, finely diced
- ¼ medium red onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander (cilantro), finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Method
- Dice the tomatoes and red onion into small, even pieces and place them in a serving bowl.
- Add the minced garlic, chopped jalapeño (if using), and fresh coriander.
- Pour over the lime juice and extra virgin olive oil.
- Season with salt and black pepper, then gently stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to allow the flavours to meld.
- Give the salsa one final stir and serve chilled with tortilla chips, pita chips or fresh vegetable sticks.
Tips
Choose ripe but firm Roma tomatoes. They offer plenty of flavour without making the salsa overly watery.
For more heat, leave some of the jalapeño seeds in or add a little extra fresh chilli. If you prefer a milder salsa, leave the jalapeño out completely.
Always taste the salsa just before serving. Depending on the sweetness and acidity of your tomatoes, it may benefit from another squeeze of lime or a small pinch of salt.
For a creamy twist, gently fold through one diced avocado immediately before serving.
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Key takeaway
This quick but nourishing, flavour-packed snack makes fresh ingredients delicious and enjoyable.
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