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A small bowl of tomato salsa with tortilla chips
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Tomato Salsa

Course Appetizer, Dip, Snack
Keyword Apple Cider Vinegar, Diced Tomatoes, Garlic, Garlic Cloves, Gluten Free, Jalapeño Pepper, Lime, Lime Juice, Onion, Onions, Red Onion, Salsa, Tomato, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian
Dietary Need Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Cooking Method Stovetop
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 19kcal
Author Chef Deborah Kelly

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Medium Pot

Ingredients

  • 2 Jalapeño Pepper Medium
  • ½ Onion Red, medium
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Or lime juice from half a lime
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes 14½ ounces, no salt added
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Optional; fresh leaves

Instructions

  • Rinse peppers. Remove seeds and mince.
  • Peel onion and garlic. Rinse onion and dice. Mince garlic.
  • If using, rinse and chop cilantro leaves.
  • In a medium pot, add peppers, garlic, onion, apple cider vinegar, and canned tomatoes. Heat mixture over medium heat for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  • Chill before serving. If using, add cilantro to chilled salsa.

Video

Notes

  • Use any kind of onions or hot peppers you like.
  • For an extra kick, add a third jalapeño or a serrano pepper.
  • When in season, use 3 medium or 2 large fresh tomatoes in place of canned.
  • Try serving this salsa as a dip with corn tortilla chips, as a topping on baked potatoes or tacos, or as a sauce for grilled meats and fish.
  • Make a bigger batch and freeze.

Nutrition

Calories: 19kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 131IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg