Wash your selection of fresh tomatoes under cool water. For larger tomatoes, slice in half and remove seeds if desired. Aim for about 2 cups diced tomatoes.

Finely chop a small red onion and one green chili (or jalapeño for extra heat). Add these to the bowl with the prepared tomatoes. Chop a handful of fresh cilantro.

In a food processor, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, chilies, and cilantro. Add 1 minced clove of garlic, honey or maple syrup if using, kosher salt, and black pepper.

Pulse the mixture for about 15 seconds to combine while maintaining some texture. For smoother salsa, blend longer.

Taste your salsa and adjust flavors with lime juice or more salt if needed. Adjust heat with more chilies if desired.

Pour the salsa into a bowl and serve as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping on grilled meats and eggs.