Santa Maria-Style Salsa Recipe

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Updated March 21, 2025

The classic tomato and celery-based salsa is an accompaniment to Santa Maria-style barbecued tri-tip.

Recipe Details

Prep 5 mins

Active 15 mins

Resting Time 60 mins

Total 65 mins

Serves 16 servings

Makes 1 quart

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Ingredients

2 large ripe tomatoes, diced (about 2 1/2 cups total)
1 stalk celery, peeled and diced (about 1/2 cup)
4 medium scallions, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 fresh California green chile (Poblano or Hatch can be substituted), diced (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt

Combine tomatoes, celery, scallions, chili, cilantro, garlic, vinegar, and Worcestershire in a medium bowl and toss. Season to taste with salt. Let sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour. Serve. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container for up to 5 days.

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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 16
Amount per serving
Calories	10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 91mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 0g
Vitamin C 9mg	45%
Calcium 19mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 109mg	2%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.