Fresh Tomato Garden Salsa
Making salsa with fresh tomatoes is a lot of fun, and this salsa tastes even better. As you know, fresh vegetables always taste better than store-bought ones. I love homegrown tomatoes—you can easily grow them in your own small garden. I enjoy growing some basic fruits and vegetables in my garden, and you can do the same. It’s a great choice for eating a healthy diet, and it’s also fun!
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
- 1 cup diced green peppers
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped (or basil/parsley)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt to taste
- 1 jalapeño pepper finely chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, green peppers, onion, and garlic.
- Add the chopped cilantro (or your choice of herbs) to the vegetable mixture.
- Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture, ensuring an even distribution.
- Sprinkle in the sea salt and ground cumin, mixing well to incorporate all flavors.
- If desired, add the finely chopped jalapeño for extra heat and mix until evenly distributed.
- Allow the salsa to sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors meld.
- Serve with fresh tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite grilled meats.