Fresh Tomato Salsa Recipe (Chipotle Copycat!)
Fresh Tomato Salsa Chipotle copycat recipe is totally tasty!! Made with a handful of ingredients, tomatoes, jalapenos, onion, and cilantro.
Ingredients
- 6 ripe plum tomatoes diced
- 1/2 red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, and finely diced jalapeño pepper.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt.
- Gently stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt or lime juice according to your preference.
- Cover the salsa and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the delicious copycat Chipotle fresh tomato salsa with tortilla chips, on tacos, burritos, or any dish that could use a burst of fresh flavor!
Notes
For the best flavor, choose ripe, firm plum tomatoes. They have fewer seeds and less juice, which makes your salsa less watery.
The heat level of jalapeños can vary. If you prefer a milder salsa, remove the seeds and the white membranes inside the pepper before dicing. For a spicier salsa, consider adding another jalapeño or keeping some of the seeds.
Fresh lime juice is preferred for its bright, acidic flavor. It helps balance the flavors in the salsa.
Besides serving with chips, this salsa is great on grilled meats, fish, or as a fresh topping for salads and bowls.
Store the salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It's best enjoyed within 2-3 days. As it sits, the flavors will continue to meld, but the tomatoes may begin to break down.
If the salsa becomes watery after storage, drain off the excess liquid before serving.
Feel free to add or subtract ingredients based on your taste preferences. Some people enjoy adding a bit of chopped garlic or a dash of cumin for extra flavor.
This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger gatherings. Just make sure to adjust the seasoning accordingly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 8cal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 99mg | Sugar: 1g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.1mg