Fresh Homemade Salsa Recipe
This fresh homemade salsa recipe combines ripe Roma tomatoes, canned diced tomatoes, fresh jalapeno, cilantro, and spices blended just right to create a flavorful, zesty salsa perfect for dipping or topping your favorite Mexican dishes. Simple to prepare and ready in minutes, it’s a vibrant addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (including refrigeration time)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Fresh Ingredients
- 1 lb Roma tomatoes, halved or quartered
- 12 oz canned petite diced tomatoes, with their juice
- 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, roughly chopped, seeded
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 Tbsp lime juice, from 1/2 fresh lime
Spices & Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp salt, adjust to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Begin by halving or quartering the Roma tomatoes, chopping the white onion, roughly chopping and seeding the jalapeno pepper, and roughly chopping the garlic. Measure out the fresh cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and salt.
- Blend Together: Place all prepared ingredients—including the canned diced tomatoes with their juice—into a food processor or high-speed blender. Pulse the mixture in 2-second bursts to finely chop and combine without pureeing. Aim for a fine texture that retains some chunkiness.
- Chill & Marinate: Transfer the salsa into a bowl or container, cover, and refrigerate for at least a couple of hours. This resting time allows the flavors to meld for a richer, more balanced taste.
- Serve: After chilling, serve the salsa fresh with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or use as your favorite Mexican recipe topping.
Notes
- Don’t over-blend to avoid turning the salsa into a puree; texture is key.
- Adjust salt and jalapeno spiciness to your taste preference.
- Refrigerate salsa for a few hours or overnight for the best flavor development.
- This salsa keeps well refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- Use fresh lime juice rather than bottled for optimal flavor.
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