Jul 13 2026

Salsa Recipe

Inspired by Tico's of Lincoln
Time30m
Serves4

Make Salsa Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño pepper finely. If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds from the jalapeño before chopping.

  2. 2

    Mince the Garlic

    Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.

  3. 3

    Chop the Cilantro

    Rinse the fresh cilantro, remove the stems, and chop the leaves roughly.

Mixing

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro.

  2. 5

    Add Seasonings

    Pour in the lime juice, and sprinkle salt and black pepper over the mixture.

  3. 6

    Toss to Combine

    Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated with seasonings.

Serving

  1. 7

    Chill and Serve

    Let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes.

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