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Cook Salsa | America's Melting Pot | America's Melting Pot

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Salsa

Total time

15 minutes

Servings

4 cups

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In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and garlic.

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Salsa's popularity surged in America during the 1990s and 2000s as Mexican-American and Southwestern food gained prominence. Fresh tomato-based salsa is now a ubiquitous party condiment, especially during sports events and celebrations. The dish exemplifies cross-cultural influence where traditional Mexican ingredients became embraced and adapted in broader American food culture.

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