A vibrant and refreshing salsa combining the crunch of cabbage with the zest of fresh lime and tomatoes.
Dice the ripe plum tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
Use a sharp knife to ensure clean cuts and preserve the tomato's juices.
Finely chop the medium red onion and add it to the bowl.
Rinse the chopped onion under cold water to reduce its sharpness.
Shred the red and green cabbage and mix them into the bowl.
Use a mandoline slicer for evenly shredded cabbage.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the mixture.
Crush the garlic with the flat side of the knife before mincing to release more flavor.
Chop the fresh cilantro and stir it into the salsa.
Add the cilantro just before serving for the freshest taste.
Juice the limes and pour the juice over the ingredients in the bowl.
Roll the limes on the counter before juicing to extract more juice.
Season the mixture with fine salt and granulated sugar, then stir everything together thoroughly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed to balance the flavors.
Cover the bowl and chill the salsa in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Chilling allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Serve the salsa with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Garnish with extra cilantro leaves for a vibrant presentation.