Ultimate Restaurant Salsa Recipe

Craving that authentic Mexican restaurant salsa? Years of experimenting led to this addictive recipe, perfectly balanced and medium-hot. Forget watery or bland salsas – this one's a game-changer! Its vibrant flavor comes from fresh ingredients and a touch of trial-and-error magic. Prepare to be amazed! Serve with fresh guacamole for the ultimate experience.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 26.4 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ultimate Restaurant Salsa

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How to Make Ultimate Restaurant Salsa

  1. Finely chop the onion, cilantro, and jalapeño. Dice the tomatoes.
  2. In a large non-reactive bowl, combine all ingredients: diced tomatoes, chopped onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gently stir to thoroughly combine all ingredients.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. (Refrigerating overnight is even better!)
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning (salt, pepper, lime juice) as needed before serving.
  6. Serve immediately with tortilla chips and fresh guacamole for the ultimate taste experience!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g