Salsa Fresca
This salsa is basic to Southwestern cooking. In a bowl, stir together 3 large ripe diced tomatoes, ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small onion chopped. Season to taste with 5 to 7 TBS fresh jalapenos or other hot chilis stemmed, seeded, (add seeds if it’s not hot enough), and minced; 3 to 4 TBS lime juice and salt to taste. Cover and store in fridge for 2 days. Makes about 3 ½ cups. Spoon on cheese appetizers, tamales, scrambled eggs, grilled meat, fish, or poultry.
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe diced tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 small onion chopped
- Fresh Jalapenos (enough for 5-7 tbs chopped)
- 3-4 tbs of Lime Juice
- Salt
Overview
- Preparation Time: 20 mins
- Difficulty Level: 1
- Source: Sara
Serving Information
Makes about 3 ½ cups of delicious salsa.