Your Favorite Tomato Salsa
#### **Ingredients:**
– 4-5 medium tomatoes (use the type you prefer)
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped (adjust to your heat preference)
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 tablespoon lime juice (fresh is best)
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: 1 small bell pepper, chopped (for added sweetness and crunch)
#### **Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Ingredients**: Chop the tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, garlic, and cilantro. Make sure everything is finely chopped for a consistent texture.
2. **Mix the Ingredients**: Combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, and bell pepper (if using) in a large bowl.
3. **Season the Salsa**: Add lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
4. **Taste and Adjust**: Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning to your liking, adding more lime juice for acidity, more jalapeño for heat, or more salt and pepper as needed.
5. **Let it Sit**: Allow the salsa to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
6. **Serve**: Serve with tortilla chips, over grilled meats, or as a topping for tacos or burritos.
#### **Tips:**
– If you prefer a smoother salsa, pulse the mixture in a food processor until it reaches your desired consistency.
– Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Enjoy your salsa with your favorite tomatoes!