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Best Homemade Salsa Ever Recipe

Best Homemade Salsa Ever Recipe

4.8 from 9 reviews

Learn how to make the best homemade salsa ever with fresh ingredients and a burst of flavors. This easy recipe is perfect for dipping with tortilla chips or topping your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

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Fresh Ingredients:

  • 6 ripe Roma tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1/2 small red onion (roughly chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 jalapeño pepper (seeded for less heat, chopped)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • juice of 1 lime

Seasonings:

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional:

  • 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (drained, optional for extra flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Fresh Ingredients: Place Roma tomatoes, red onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro in a food processor or blender.
  2. Add lime juice, cumin, salt, pepper, and canned tomatoes if desired.

  3. Blend: Pulse in short bursts until desired consistency, chunky or smooth.
  4. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Chill: Transfer to a bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Serve: Enjoy with tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled dishes.

Notes

  • For spicier salsa, keep the jalapeño seeds or add a second pepper.
  • Substitute canned fire-roasted tomatoes for extra depth.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

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