How do I make a zesty tomato salsa?

Get ready for a burst of flavor with our zesty Tomato Salsa recipe! Perfect for chips, tacos, or as a topping for your favorite dishes.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a zesty Tomato Salsa. Items include: Tomatoes Onions Garlic Lime Cilantro Salt Pepper Cayenne pepper

Tomatoes 4 ripe tomatoes
Onions 1/2 medium onion
Garlic 2 cloves
Lime 1
Cilantro 1/4 cup
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Cayenne pepper a pinch (optional)

Take note
Be careful with the knife, it's sharp! Also, this salsa may be addictive, so make sure you have enough chips to go around.

1

Chop the tomatoes

Start by dicing your tomatoes into small, uniform pieces. This will give your salsa a lovely texture. If you want to remove the seeds, go ahead and do that too.

2

Mince the onions and garlic

Next, finely chop your onions and garlic. Be warned, you might shed a tear or two while chopping those onions. But it's worth it for the flavor!

3

Squeeze the lime

Grab a lime and give it a good squeeze. We need that tangy lime juice to really make our salsa pop. Pro tip: if the lime isn't cooperating, roll it gently on the countertop before cutting.

4

Chop the cilantro

Now it's time to add some fresh cilantro to the mix. Chop it up finely to release its wonderful aroma. If you're not a fan of cilantro, you can leave it out or substitute with parsley.

5

Mix it all together

In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, minced onions and garlic, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Give it a good stir to make sure all the flavors are evenly distributed.

6

Season to taste

Taste your salsa and add salt and pepper according to your preference. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for some extra heat if you're feeling adventurous.

7

Let it chill

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together and intensify.

8

Serve and enjoy

Once chilled, your zesty Tomato Salsa is ready to be devoured! Grab your favorite tortilla chips or use it as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or even scrambled eggs. Get creative!