Fresh Salsa Recipe (Tomato, Onion, Cilantro)
This fresh salsa recipe is made by chopping tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, and cilantro, then mixing everything with salt and a touch of sugar. Let it rest briefly so the flavors meld. It works as a quick dip for chips and also as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or bowls.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Method
Chop the vegetables
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes. Finely chop the onion. Seed the green bell peppers and chop them into small pieces.
Add garlic and cilantro
Mince or crush the garlic. Chop the cilantro finely and add it to the bowl.
Season
Sprinkle in the salt and sugar. If you like a looser salsa, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of cold water.
Mix and rest
Gently mix everything together. Cover and chill for 10–15 minutes so the flavors come together.
Serve
Serve cold or at room temperature. Use as a dip with chips or spoon it over tacos, grilled meats, and bowls.