Fresh Chopped Salsa Recipe

This vibrant Fresh Chopped Salsa recipe has been a family favorite for over two decades! Its incredible versatility lets you customize it to your taste. Use juicy homegrown tomatoes for the best flavor (and skip the sugar!), or add a kick with fresh or canned jalapeños and canned diced chilies. Feel free to experiment with cilantro, black olives, or even mango for a unique twist. Perfect as a topping for grilled meats or as a zesty Bloody Mary mix (my husband's favorite!). Serve with your favorite tortilla chips – cheese-flavored are a classic match! This fresh salsa recipe is a crowd-pleaser, guaranteed to bring the fiesta to your table.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 108.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fresh Chopped Salsa

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How to Make Fresh Chopped Salsa

  1. Finely dice the tomatoes, onion, jalapeños (if using), and mango (if using).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, canned diced chilies (if using), cilantro (if using), black olives (if using), and mango (if using).
  3. Add the lime juice, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lime juice for extra tang, or more salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. The longer it chills, the better it tastes!
  6. Serve chilled with your favorite tortilla chips. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

3g

Carbs

5g