Best Easy Authentic Salsa Fresca Recipes

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AUTHENTIC PICO DE GALLO (SALSA FRESCA)



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This isthe best Pico de Gallo (Salsa Fresca) you will ever have! Made with fresh tomatoes, onion, chiles, cilantro and lots of lime juice plus a secret ingredient.

Provided by Ana Frias

Categories     Appetizer     Salsas

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium roma tomatoes (diced)
⅓ of a medium white or yellow onion (diced)
1 to 2 jalapeños or serrano pepper (Or one of each) (remove the seeds, finely diced)
¼ cup minced cilantro
2 Tbsp tomato sauce
2 Tbsp fresh lime Juice (1 large lime)
1 tsp kosher salt or more to taste
1 tsp fresh groun pepper or more to taste

Steps:

  • Cut the tomatoes, onions, jalapeños (or preferred pepper) in evenly sized small chunks. Add to a large bowl
  • Mince the cilantro and add to the bowl.
  • Add two tablespoons of tomato sauce (optional) and lime juice. Season with salt & pepper according to taste.
  • Stir to combine and serve immediately. Or store in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Eat within 3 days for the best taste & freshness.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 1/2 cup, Calories 32 kcal, Sugar 3 g, Sodium 129 mg, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g

EX-GIRLFRIEND'S MOM'S SALSA FRESCA (PICO DE GALLO)



Ex-Girlfriend's Mom's Salsa Fresca (Pico de Gallo) image

My ex's mom had the best hand-chopped salsa fresca I have ever tasted back in college. Over the years, I have tweaked it to something my friends and family rave about. The trick for this salsa is marinating the onions and jalapenos in lime juice for about 5 minutes before adding the tomatoes and cilantro. There are two tricks to this recipe: 1. Hand-chop everything. It takes a while, but it is worth it. 2. The marinating is what makes this salsa special. Hope you enjoy.

Provided by thebioteacher

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Tomato Salsa Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup finely chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped - or more to taste
2 limes, juiced
2 ½ cups Roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix red onion, jalapeno pepper, and lime juice in a bowl. Allow to stand for 5 minutes. Mix in Roma tomatoes, cilantro, and salt; allow to stand 15 more minutes for flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 394.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

RESTAURANT-STYLE SALSA



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Food Network's Ree Drummond shares her recipe for homemade restaurant-style salsa that the whole family will love!

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Two 10-ounce cans diced tomatoes and green chiles, such as Rotel
One 28-ounce can whole tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves (or more to taste!)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 whole jalapeno, quartered and sliced thin, with seeds and membrane
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 whole lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Combine the diced tomatoes, whole tomatoes, cilantro, onions, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, salt, sugar and lime juice in a blender or food processor. (This is a very large batch. I recommend using a 12-cup food processor, or you can process the ingredients in batches and then mix everything together in a large mixing bowl.)
  • Pulse until you get the salsa to the consistency you'd like. I do about 10 to 15 pulses. Test seasonings with a tortilla chip and adjust as needed.
  • Refrigerate the salsa for at least an hour before serving.

SALSA FRESCA



Salsa Fresca image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
1/4 red onion, chopped
1 jalapeno, minced
8 cilantro sprigs, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients together. Toss thoroughly. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

TRADITIONAL SALSA



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Why buy bottled salsa when you can make a more flavorful variety at home with not a lot of effort? You may want to double the recipe because it's sure to be a hit!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

FRESH CALIFORNIA SALSA



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I just throw this together, but it is very popular and requested at potlucks. Serve with tortilla chips.

Provided by Cecilia D

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Tomato Salsa Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large tomatoes, diced
½ large onion, minced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
⅔ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro and lime juice. Add jalapenos 2 teaspoons at a time, tasting after each addition to see how hot the salsa has become. Jalapeno peppers vary in heat, so it is important to taste the salsa to ensure you do not make it too hot to handle. Salt to taste. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 12.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 3.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

EASY AUTHENTIC SALSA FRESCA



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Tomato     Appetizer     No-Cook     Cocktail Party     Picnic     Super Bowl     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 Roma tomatoes (important)
3 Jalapeno peppers
1/4 to 1/2 sweet or red onion
1 lime
2 or 3 cloves of garlic
One bunch of cilantro (at least one cup when chopped)
Salt and Pepper to taste
optional - 1/4 yellow bell pepper and one ear yellow corn (preferably roasted)

Steps:

  • Using a manually operated chopper, chop the tomatoes until slightly chunky. Try to avoid getting them too saucy or allowing them to foam up. Place the tomatoes in a bowl. Press or chop the garlic. Place the remaining ingredients in the chopper. Use only the top leafy portion of the cilantro, and remove the seeds from the jalapenos for milder salsa. If it is to hot for your taste, add more tomatoes or just a pinch of sugar.

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