Description
Discover the ultimate Homemade Salsa Recipe that brings a burst of freshness and flavor to your table. This vibrant salsa is made with juicy tomatoes, zesty jalapeños, and fragrant cilantro, making it the perfect addition to any gathering or casual evening at home. It’s not only easy to whip up in just 10 minutes but also incredibly versatile—ideal for dipping tortilla chips, topping grilled chicken, or enhancing your favorite tacos. With customizable heat levels and a healthy ingredient list, this salsa is a must-have for every kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 28 oz can whole plum tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 small white onion (peeled and roughly chopped)
- 1–2 jalapeño peppers (seeded and chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1–2 handfuls fresh cilantro (about 1–2 cups)
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin (or to taste)
- 1 tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 to 1 tsp granulated sugar (optional, and to taste)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Pulse until desired texture is reached—smooth or chunky.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least two hours for optimal flavor.
- Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for various dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg