Salsa is a Mexican table condiment that is served with almost any Mexican or Spanish meal. Salsa in Spanish literally translates to sauce. The Salsa can be served in many different ways. However, my absolute favorite is the Tomato Salsa. The zealous Tomato Salsa is made with the freshest ingredients. It is full of flavors and tastes just amazing every time you make it. If you love tomatoes then you have to try this Salsa. It is absolutely addictive!
By now, you would have known that I love tomatoes and anything I make from Tomatoes is out of passion and love for them. This Tomato salsa is our go-to snack on the weekends or family nights. I make this Salsa along with the spicy Guacamole and chips and we are sorted for the evening. This Salsa stays good for almost up to a week in the air tight container in fridge. So once I make it, I can use it for taco night, or to make Mexican rice or for evening snack time. To top it off, it is so easy to prepare with just a few ingredients. Just add tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro, lemon juice along with some herbs in the food processor or blender and voila the zealous Tomato Salsa is ready to dip in.
Important Notes/ Tips
I have used Roma tomatoes for this recipe. I prefer them as they are usually firm which helps avoid salsa from becoming too watery.
I have used one Serrano pepper as we like our salsa to be on the milder side. Feel free to add 2-3 Serrano per your liking of spice level. Alternatively, you can also use Jalapeño peppers.
Try and use fresh ingredients as noted in the recipe to get the best flavor out of the salsa.
If you find the salsa to be too tangy, you can add pinch of sugar to balance the flavors.
I have used a can of diced tomato to keep thicker consistency of the Salsa. It is an optional ingredient, however, the salsa may turn out to be a little more watery if not used. It would still taste equally amazing!
I have made the Salsa using food processor. You can also use blender or electric food chopper instead. However, if you use a blender then pay special attention to the consistency of Salsa to prevent it from turning into puree.
Here is a short video followed by detailed recipe -
Ingredients
4-5 Fresh ripe medium size tomatoes
1 can of diced tomatoes (10 oz) - optional
1/2 medium Red onion
2 medium Garlic cloves
1/2 cup chopped Cilantro
1 Serrano pepper
1 Medium Lemon juice
Salt and Pepper to taste
1/3 Tsp Oregano
1/4 Tsp cumin powder
Instructions
Start with preparing the veggies. Cut the tomatoes into quarts and roughly chop the onion, garlic cloves and cilantro. Remove stem and seeds from the Serrano pepper.
Now add all the ingredients into a food processor and pulse in bursts to finely chop all the contents.
Open the lid and adjust the taste for salt, pepper or lemon juice. Enjoy right away with tortilla chips or store in an airtight container for up to a week in the refrigerator.
