Description
This 15-minute salsa recipe is fresh, zesty, and made with simple ingredients like tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, and lime. Perfect for dipping or topping your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
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1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
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1/2 small white or sweet onion, chopped and soaked
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2 garlic cloves
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1–2 jalapeño peppers, seeded as desired
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro
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2 tbsp fresh lime juice
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1/2 tsp salt
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Optional: 1/2 tsp ground cumin or smoked paprika
Instructions
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Soak chopped onion in cold water for 10 minutes.
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Drain tomatoes (if using canned) and save liquid if needed.
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Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender.
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Pulse until desired consistency is reached.
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Taste and adjust seasoning.
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Chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
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Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- For smoky flavor, use fire-roasted tomatoes or add a chipotle pepper.
- Adjust heat by using more or fewer jalapeño seeds.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Fresh tomatoes can be used instead of canned.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dips, Sauces
- Method: No-cook, Blended
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired