Salsa Fresca
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Salsa Fresca
Description
This salsa fresca recipe combines finely chopped and seeded Roma tomatoes with rinsed white onion to reduce harshness, minced jalapeño with seeds and ribs removed for controlled mild heat, minced garlic, fresh cilantro leaves, and lime juice. Salt balances the flavors. Mixing ingredients and allowing the salsa to rest at room temperature for 20 minutes encourages flavor melding without cooking.
The result is a lightly textured, juicy salsa with fresh, herbaceous notes and gentle spice. The choice of Roma tomatoes provides firmness and reduced seed content, contributing to a less watery texture. The mild heat level suits those sensitive to spice but can be tailored by leaving some jalapeño seeds in.
Salsa fresca works well as a topping or side for Mexican dishes, grilled proteins, or as a dip with chips. It should be served fresh, though it can be refrigerated for up to three days to maintain freshness. Freezing is not recommended to preserve texture and prevent wateriness.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Roma tomato cored and seeded, diced
- 1/3 cup white onion rinsed in cold water and finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño seeds and ribs removed, then minced
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/3 cup cilantro chopped, leaves
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Place the Roma tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, garlic, cilantro, lime juice and salt in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes to let the flavors blend. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
- Roma tomatoes are preferred for firm texture and fewer seeds, but any ripe tomato can be used if seeded and diced properly.
- Refrigerate salsa fresca for up to 3 days to keep it fresh; avoid freezing as it changes texture and can become watery.
- Remove jalapeño seeds and ribs to achieve a mild heat; include some seeds and ribs to increase spiciness if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 25 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 25kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 3% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 595IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 12.1mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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