Best 9 Easy Authentic Salsa Fresca Recipes

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Planning a Mexican-themed party or just looking to bring the flavors of Mexico into your kitchen? Look no further than salsa fresca, the quintessential Mexican condiment that's bursting with freshness, flavor, and authenticity. With its vibrant colors, zesty taste, and versatility, salsa fresca is a culinary delight that elevates any dish it touches. Whether you're a seasoned salsa aficionado or a newbie to the world of Mexican cuisine, this article will guide you through the simple steps of preparing an easy and authentic salsa fresca recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PICO DE GALLO



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A sun-kissed salsa fresca that will be perfect with tacos or to accompany your grilled meats, fish and seafood this summer.

Provided by Marie-Noël Ouimet

Categories     Accompagnements

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ripe tomatoes
1 French shallot, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
¾ tsp. very finely chopped hot pepper (jalapeno or other) *
¼ tsp. garlic salt
½ lime juice
Salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Seed and dice the tomatoes.
  • Chop the French shallot, cilantro leaves and hot pepper.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl.
  • Leave to macerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
  • Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

SALSA FRESCA



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This quick fresh tomato salsa will always be best when tomatoes are in season. But you can pump up the flavor with a little lime juice if the flavor of your tomatoes is a little dull. Juicy tomatoes will yield a more watery salsa than pulpy roma tomatoes.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dips and spreads, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 small white or red onion, minced
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 pound fresh, ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1 to 3 jalapeño or serrano chiles, to taste, minced (and seeded, if you would like a milder salsa)
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, more to taste
1 to 3 teaspoons fresh lime juice (optional)
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place minced onion in a bowl and cover with cold water. Add vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes or longer. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a medium bowl, combine remaining ingredients and stir in onions. (If your tomatoes are full of flavor, you won't need lime juice.) Ideally, let stand at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes before eating so that flavors will blend and ripen.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 26, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 302 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

EX-GIRLFRIEND'S MOM'S SALSA FRESCA (PICO DE GALLO)



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My ex's mom had the best hand-chopped salsa fresca I have ever tasted back in college. Over the years, I have tweaked it to something my friends and family rave about. The trick for this salsa is marinating the onions and jalapenos in lime juice for about 5 minutes before adding the tomatoes and cilantro. There are two tricks to this recipe: 1. Hand-chop everything. It takes a while, but it is worth it. 2. The marinating is what makes this salsa special. Hope you enjoy.

Provided by thebioteacher

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Tomato Salsa Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup finely chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped - or more to taste
2 limes, juiced
2 ½ cups Roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix red onion, jalapeno pepper, and lime juice in a bowl. Allow to stand for 5 minutes. Mix in Roma tomatoes, cilantro, and salt; allow to stand 15 more minutes for flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 394.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SALSA FRESCA



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
1/4 red onion, chopped
1 jalapeno, minced
8 cilantro sprigs, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients together. Toss thoroughly. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

TRADITIONAL SALSA



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Why buy bottled salsa when you can make a more flavorful variety at home with not a lot of effort? You may want to double the recipe because it's sure to be a hit!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN SALSA



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This authentic salsa recipe will make your next large gathering a hit and leave people wanting more. Whether throwing a party or simply making some salsa for your own enjoyment, this recipe combines the perfect blend of spices and herbs for a wonderful eating experience. The versasility of this salsa is amazing! Try it on chips, eggs, grilled chicken or steak! This recipe is so simple, you dont need to roast peppers or cook the onion, throw it all in the blender and serve

Provided by saddlingup_nicole

Categories     Mexican

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

11 -15 dried arbol chiles (8-10 dried arbol peppers for Mild, 11-15 medium, 16-20 for Hot)
1 (14 ounce) can DelMonte stewed tomatoes, with juice
1/2 small yellow onion
1 jalapeno
1 bunch cilantro
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon lemon juice or 1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Take the stems off the peppers and throw away the stems.
  • Place the peppers and seeds in the bender. Blend well.
  • Next toss in the stewed tomatoes with juice, 1 jalepeno (sliced), 1/2 yellow onion (quarterd), 1 garlic clove, handful of cilantro, lemon juice, salt and pepper and blend til you have the consistancy desired.
  • I dont like my salsa chunky, thats what Pico De Gallo is! I also dont want it to runny so it runs off your chips, so i just "pulse" it a few times.
  • If you feel the salsa looks to white from the onion this just means you need to add more cilantro to your salsa. Try the salsa with your chips and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Refridgerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

SALSA FRESCA



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 garden tomatoes, medium diced
2 red onion, finely diced
2 bunches scallions, finely diced
6 fresh Anaheim chilies roasted, peeled, seeded, and diced small
2 full bunches cilantro, washed, large stems removed, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh garlic
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients. Refrigerate and serve within 8 hours.;

EASY AUTHENTIC SALSA FRESCA



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Tomato     Appetizer     No-Cook     Cocktail Party     Picnic     Super Bowl     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 Roma tomatoes (important)
3 Jalapeno peppers
1/4 to 1/2 sweet or red onion
1 lime
2 or 3 cloves of garlic
One bunch of cilantro (at least one cup when chopped)
Salt and Pepper to taste
optional - 1/4 yellow bell pepper and one ear yellow corn (preferably roasted)

Steps:

  • Using a manually operated chopper, chop the tomatoes until slightly chunky. Try to avoid getting them too saucy or allowing them to foam up. Place the tomatoes in a bowl. Press or chop the garlic. Place the remaining ingredients in the chopper. Use only the top leafy portion of the cilantro, and remove the seeds from the jalapenos for milder salsa. If it is to hot for your taste, add more tomatoes or just a pinch of sugar.

BEST AND SIMPLE AUTHENTIC SALSA



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My friends mother showed me how to make this salsa recipe and it is so simple, so easy and so delicious!

Provided by jamesrmoreno

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 1 quart, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs , fresh tomato's
2 garlic cloves
1 large onion
1 habanero pepper (optional)
2 jalapenos, chili's
1 large onion, chopped
1/8-1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
1 -2 tablespoon tomato paste, for deep color (optional)
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the tomatos all but 1/2 to 1cup, garlic, half the onion, chili's, tomato paste, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor.
  • Blend until everything is incorporated well.
  • In a separate container add all the rest of the ingredients.
  • Be sure to dice the rest of the tomato's, cilantro and onion before adding.
  • Best if left to sit in the refridgerator for up to 24 hours.
  • Right before serving or eating season to taste. It may need some additional salt.

Tips:

- Use the freshest ingredients possible, as this will result in the best flavor. - If you can't find fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes instead. Just be sure to drain them well and rinse them before using. - If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the ingredients by hand. Just be sure to chop them very finely. - Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your taste. - Serve the salsa fresca immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Salsa fresca is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's perfect for adding flavor to tacos, burritos, nachos, and other Mexican dishes. It can also be used as a dip for chips or vegetables. With its fresh, vibrant flavor, salsa fresca is a great way to add some zest to your meals.

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