You really can't beat the simplicity and the flavor of freshly chopped garden salsa.
It's so simple you may wonder why you don't do this more often, but the time to embrace garden fresh salsa is July through September.
We have the bounty of all the ingredients you need coming straight from the fields or straight from your garden - or a mix of both!
Gather some fresh veggies, get out your sharpest knife, and get chopping!
The Basic Formula for Garden Fresh Salsa
Basic ingredients:
6-9 tomatoes
1-2 onions (any kind)
1-2 jalapenos (remove membrane and seeds if you want to control the heat)
1-2 cloves garlic
1-2 tsp salt
black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice
Optional additions: cilantro, corn, black beans, bell peppers, mangoes, peaches
Directions:
Chop all the ingredients to your desired size - minced or super chunky - it's up to you!
Place them in a bowl and mix.
Add any optional ingredients - experiment and try something new!
Store in a container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
Note: Your salsa may be better the following day after the flavors have mingled in the bowl - see what you like better.
Get your favorite corn chip and start sharing! Or smother your burrito with garden fresh salsa and taste the transformation!