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Homemade Salsa
5 from 42 votes

Homemade Salsa

This Homemade Salsa combines canned diced tomatoes, drained green chilis, jalapeños, white onion, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and seasonings into a fresh, mildly spicy condiment. Its bright acidity and balanced spices make it ideal for serving with tortilla chips or alongside Mexican dishes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 16 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Mexican

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

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  1. Combine all ingredients (except tortilla chips!) in your food processor.
  2. Pulse in short spurts until ingredients are well-combined and desired consistency is reached.
  3. Transfer to a resealable container. For best results, refrigerate one hour or overnight before serving, but this salsa can be enjoyed right away.
  4. 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

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 16

% 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.