1-Wash all fresh produce thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt.

2-Finely dice the 1 pound of Roma or garden tomatoes, discarding excess seeds to keep the salsa from getting too watery.

3-Chop half a medium white onion finely, or use yellow or red onion as a substitute if needed.

4-Mince 1 jalapeno pepper, seeding it first if you want to reduce the heat, as this is optional for spice levels.

5-Chop half a cup of cilantro finely to blend its herbal notes throughout.

6-In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced jalapeno, and chopped cilantro.

7-Squeeze in 2 tablespoons of lime juice from about 1 lime to brighten the flavors.

8-Add half a teaspoon of salt and one eighth teaspoon of black pepper, then stir everything gently until well mixed.

9-Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes or cover and refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor melding.

10-Before serving, give it a final stir and adjust seasoning if needed for your taste.