Homemade Salsa
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Homemade Salsa
Description
The salsa uses a base of diced tomatoes and green chilis, enhanced by fresh jalapeños for heat and crisp white onion for sharpness. Cilantro leaves and stems contribute herbal freshness while garlic adds pungency. Lime juice brightens the flavors with acidity, complemented by sugar, salt, black pepper, and cumin for balanced seasoning.
Processed in a food processor, the salsa achieves a consistent texture that can be adjusted by pulsing to the desired chunkiness. It benefits from refrigeration for at least an hour or overnight, which allows flavors to meld fully. This salsa suits serving chilled with tortilla chips or as an accompaniment to various dishes.
Notes suggest fresh ripe tomatoes can substitute canned, but canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes are convenient alternatives. Jalapeño seed count can be adjusted for preferred heat level. Proper storage in airtight containers in the refrigerator extends keep time up to one week.
Ingredients
- 2 .5 oz diced tomatoes drain one can, see Notes for fresh tomato alternative, canned
- 1 oz diced green chilis drained, can
- 1-2 jalapeños stem cut off and seeds/membranes removed²
- ½ medium-sized white onion
- ⅓ cup cilantro use leaves and stems, coarsely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- 1 Tablespoon lime juice fresh-squeezed preferred
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cumin ground
- tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients (except tortilla chips!) in your food processor.
- Pulse in short spurts until ingredients are well-combined and desired consistency is reached.
- Transfer to a resealable container. For best results, refrigerate one hour or overnight before serving, but this salsa can be enjoyed right away.
- Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes when available for the best flavor; about 5-7 Roma tomatoes work as a substitute for canned.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity to control salsa spiciness; removing seeds reduces heat.
- Store salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week for optimal freshness.
- Fire-roasted diced canned tomatoes make a good alternative if fresh tomatoes are not available.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 16 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25cups (does not include tortilla chips) | |
| Calories | 16kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 140mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 129mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1100IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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