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Are you ready for this 5 minute – Easy Homemade Salsa. This fresh tomato salsa is super quick to make in a blender or a food processor and is always a hit at the party. Vegan, Glutenfree, Soyfree, Nutfree recipe. Jump to Recipe
What do I write about Salsa, that has not been said before. It is one the easiest, most versatile thing, goes with everything dip. I whip it up on a whim and we always have savory snacks or chips. Or add to a tacos, wraps, nachos or a bowl with spiced up beans or veggies. I think everyone can use more. How do you like yours?
Just 7 ingredients.. Tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro(omit if you dont like it), garlic, cumin, black pepper. Try my version of salsa. Refreshing and so Delicious.
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Easy Homemade Salsa - Fresh Tomato Salsa
Ingredients
- 15 oz can of diced tomatoes, or 3 ripe medium tomatoes
- 1/3 cup coarsely chopped onion
- 1/2 jalapeno
- 1 garlic clove or use 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup cilantro
- 1/2 tsp salt, less or more depending on salt content of the diced tomato
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- generous dash of black pepper
- juice of 1/2 or 1 lime
- Optional add ins: dash of cayenne, chili blend, or chipotle pepper,, 1/4 tsp sugar or sweetener
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a blender or food processor. Pulse a few times (less or more depending on preferred texture).
- Taste and adust, salt and flavor and mix in. Add some sweetener if needed
- Transfer to a bowl. Chill for atleast 15 mins to help the flavors meld. Garnish with cilantro, chopped jalapeno, pepper flakes. Serve with warm tortilla chips. Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for upto 5 days.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Thank you, I was looking for a basic salsa recipe to use some of the tomatoes from my garden. This one is delicious and perfect!
Yay! Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Wonderful quick salsa recipe. We are loving it!Iโve made it several times.
Happy to hear!
This sounds perfect. I need two cups of salsa. Should I double this recipe?
yes!