Homemade Salsa
This Homemade Salsa is a vibrant and fresh addition to any meal, bursting with zesty flavors that will elevate your dining experience. Quick and easy to prepare, it features ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and customizable heat levels to suit your taste. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night at home, this salsa is the perfect companion for chips, tacos, grilled meats, or even breakfast dishes. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a delightful condiment that impresses family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups chopped tomatoes (or 28-ounce can diced tomatoes)
- 1/4 small onion
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 small jalapeno (seeds removed)
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and strain them over a bowl for about 5 minutes to remove excess liquid.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the drained tomatoes with onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno, cumin, salt, black pepper, and sugar.
- Blend until you reach your desired consistency—smooth or chunky.
- Transfer the salsa to a jar, seal tightly, and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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