Salsa Fresca Recipe - Fresh & Flavorful Mexican Salsa

Salsa Fresca — a mexican recipe (condiments and sauces) with 7 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

30

Total Time (min)

2

servings

141

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Salsa Fresca Recipe - Fresh & Flavorful Mexican Salsa

Ingredients

Servings:
2
  • 4 medium tomatoes (ripe and diced)
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 medium jalapeño (seeded and minced)
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare Ingredients

    Dice the tomatoes, chop the onion, and cilantro, and mince the jalapeño if using.

    Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  2. Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.

    Adjust jalapeño based on your spice preference.
  3. Add Seasoning

    Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and add salt and pepper.

    Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Mix Well

    Gently mix all the ingredients until well combined.

    Avoid mashing the tomatoes.
  5. Chill and Serve

    Let the salsa sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve with tortilla chips.

    For best flavor, serve chilled.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo, Mediterranean, DASH. Diet: High-Fiber, Low-Fat

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your mexican meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Cilantro lime rice
🍽️Refried beans
🍽️Fresh guacamole

About This Dish

Salsa Fresca Recipe - Fresh & Flavorful Mexican Salsa is a beloved dish from Mexican cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.

Mexican cuisine has deep roots in Mesoamerican and Spanish traditions. Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, it features bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and centuries-old cooking techniques.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 7 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

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Nutrition Facts

2 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories30kcal
Total Fat0gg
Sodium200mgmg
Total Carbohydrates7gg
Dietary Fiber1gg
Total Sugars3gg
Protein1gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineMexican