Description
A fresh, zesty salsa combining cilantro, lime, and jalapeño for bright flavor and mild heat
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced (use seeds for extra heat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion or scallion (optional)
- 1–2 tablespoons water (optional, to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Wash and roughly chop the cilantro (including tender stems).
- Remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeño (unless you prefer more heat), and finely dice it.
- Peel and mince the garlic clove.
- If using onion or scallion, chop it finely.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, onion, lime juice, and salt.
- Stir well; if the salsa is too thick, add a little water to reach desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust salt, lime, or jalapeño as needed.
- Let the salsa sit for 10–15 minutes (or refrigerate) for flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- For a milder salsa, remove all the jalapeño seeds and use less pepper.
- You can use a food processor or blender for a smoother texture—pulse a few times instead of pureeing.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator; best used within 2–3 days.
- If the cilantro is too pungent for some, you can partially substitute with parsley.
- Adjust lime and salt at the end to your personal taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: ≈ 5–10 kcal
- Sugar: ≈ 0.5 g
- Sodium: ≈ 200 mg (depends on added salt)
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ≈ 1 g
- Fiber: ≈ 0.2 g
- Protein: ≈ 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
