How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Tomato Papaya Salsa ?

You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ripe papaya (about 1 pound), peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice, 4 large ripe plum tomatoes, seeded and diced (1/4 inch), 1/3 cup diced (1/4 inch) red onion, 1 1/2 teaspoons finely minced and seeded jalapeno, and more.

Is Tomato Papaya Salsa suitable as snacks & appetizers?

Yes, Tomato Papaya Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Tomato Papaya Salsa ?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Tomato Papaya Salsa Recipe

Name: Tomato Papaya Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ripe papaya (about 1 pound), peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 4 large ripe plum tomatoes, seeded and diced (1/4 inch); 1/3 cup diced (1/4 inch) red onion; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely minced and seeded jalapeno; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; Finely grated zest of 1 lime; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Try this homemade Tomato Papaya Salsa recipe the whole family will love. Made with papaya, tomatoes, red onion and fresh cilantro. Easy step-by-step ins…

This Tomato Papaya Salsa relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as diced (1/4 inch) red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, finely grated zest of 1 lime and fresh lime juice. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 32 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Snacks & Appetizers

Servings: persons

1 ripe papaya (about 1 pound), peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
4 large ripe plum tomatoes, seeded and diced (1/4 inch)
1/3 cup diced (1/4 inch) red onion
1 1/2 teaspoons finely minced and seeded jalapeno
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Finely grated zest of 1 lime
1/4 cup fresh lime juice

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
32 kcal
Category
Snacks & Appetizers

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