This Fresh Pepper Salsa is a delicious, colorful mix of tomatoes, green and sweet red peppers, onions, and a touch of heat from chili, all brought together with a generous squeeze of lime juice. It’s the perfect accompaniment for more than just Mexican food. Slather it over tacos, quesadillas and burritos, but don’t limit yourself – it’s amazing on fish cakes and more.
Don’t be afraid to play around with the quantities as the below makes a lot of salsa!
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced (really use whatever you have – I’ve use big tomatoes, cherry tomatoes and more)
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 sweet red pepper, diced
- 1 white onion, finely chopped
- 1 fresh chili, finely chopped (adjust to heat preference)
- Juice of 3 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Dice the tomatoes, green pepper, sweet red pepper, and finely chop the white onion.
- Combine all the vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the Chili and Lime Juice:
- Stir in the finely chopped chili, adjusting the amount to your heat preference.
- Squeeze the juice of 3 limes over the salsa and mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Season and Serve:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and give it a good stir.
- Let the salsa sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
This Fresh Pepper Salsa is a refreshing and zesty addition to any meal, offering a great balance of sweetness from the peppers, tang from the lime, and just the right amount of heat from the chili. It’s the ultimate salsa to bring a fresh and colorful twist to your table!