Ingredients:

  • 4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced (about 2 lbs / 900g)
  • 1 medium white onion, finely diced (about 1 cup / 115g)
  • 1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely minced (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (about 30g)
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced (about 10g)
  • 2-3 limes, juiced (about 1/4 - 1/3 cup / 60-80ml)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (about 6g), plus more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin (about 1g), optional
  • Pinch of sugar (about 1g), optional (to balance acidity)

Instructions:

  1. Dice the tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño. Mince the garlic and chop the cilantro. Aim for roughly uniform sizes for a good texture.
  2. In a mixing bowl, gently combine the diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro.
  3. Pour the lime juice over the vegetables.
  4. Add the salt and cumin (if using). Stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a pinch of sugar if the tomatoes are particularly acidic.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step isn't essential, but it definitely elevates the salsa.