Description
A vibrant and refreshing dish featuring ripe tomatoes, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro, perfect as a dip or topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
- Jalapeño (optional, for spice)
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, and finely chopped cilantro. Gently mix them, ensuring each ingredient is evenly distributed like a colorful mosaic.
- Enhance the flavors: Squeeze the juice of one invigorating lime over the vibrant mixture. Sprinkle lightly with salt, elevating the taste as you gently toss the ingredients to coat them evenly.
- Introduce the heat: If you crave a little spice, finely chop the jalapeño and stir it into the mixture, adjusting the amount according to your taste.
- Serve and enjoy: Immediately serve this delightful concoction with crunchy tortilla chips, dolloped atop tacos, or alongside grilled chicken.
Notes
Rooster’s Beak gains flavor as it sits, making it an excellent candidate for preparing a day in advance. Be cautious with adding tomatoes; they can lose their crispness over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Rooster's Beak, fresh salsa, tomato dip, summer recipe, vegetarian appetizer