If you’ve never tried making your own salsa before, this recipe could convert you for good. It takes just minutes to put together, needs no cooking, and tastes so much fresher than anything from a jar. This really is the easiest ever tomato salsa recipe – give it a go and you may never buy shop-bought salsa again.
Like guacamole, this salsa is lovely served as a dip with tortilla chips, but it’s just as good spooned over tacos, fajitas or a simple piece of grilled chicken. The trick is to finely chop all the ingredients so every spoonful has a bit of everything.
Easiest Ever Tomato Salsa Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 vine-ripened tomatoes, deseeded and finely chopped
- A pinch of sugar
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh coriander
- Salt and pepper
- A squeeze of lime
Method
Put all the ingredients into a bowl, stir well and leave to macerate for a few minutes before serving. That’s it – no cooking required.
Recipe by Judy Kavanagh, mum of 2.
Tips for Getting It Right
- Deseed your tomatoes to keep the salsa from becoming too watery.
- Chop finely rather than dicing roughly – this is what gives the salsa its lovely, even texture.
- Taste before serving and adjust the lime, salt or sugar to suit your family’s taste.
- Let it sit for a few minutes before serving so the flavours have a chance to mingle.
FAQ
Can I make this salsa ahead of time?
Yes – in fact, it often tastes even better after sitting for a little while, as the flavours have more time to combine. Make it a short time before you plan to serve it for the best texture and freshness.
Can I adjust the ingredients?
Absolutely. This recipe is very forgiving – add a little chilli if your family likes some heat, swap in a different onion if red onion isn’t to hand, or leave out the coriander if it’s not a favourite in your house.
What can I serve this salsa with?
It’s brilliant with tortilla chips as a dip, but also works well spooned over tacos, fajitas, grilled chicken or fish, or stirred through rice.
Is this recipe kid-friendly to help make?
Yes – older children can help with the chopping (with supervision) and younger ones can help stir everything together in the bowl. It’s a lovely one for little hands to get involved with.
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