Our Easy Homemade Salsa takes less than five minutes to make and tastes like your favorite restaurant style salsa. It makes three pints, so plenty to feed a crowd or share with friends.
For five minutes time you absolutely cannot achieve more delicious results than this restaurant quality salsa.
Restaurant Style Salsa
We always have everything we need on hand for this salsa, because with a recipe this delicious and easy to throw together there is no reason to ever buy store bought salsa again.
My daughter sells it every year for a dance fundraiser and we sell out so fast, and always have people begging for the recipe.
Read on for detailed pro tips, frequently asked questions and a video tutorial.
Easy Salsa Recipe Ingredients
- Whole Peeled Tomatoes
- Rotel Tomatoes
- Fresh Cilantro
- Chopped Onion
- Lime
- Garlic
- Cumin
- Salt
- Sugar
- Jalapeno
Restaurant Style Salsa Recipe
To make this super easy five minute salsa simply add all the above ingredients to a large blender or food processor and pulse to desired consistency.
Refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Easy Homemade Salsa Pro Tips
- Customize the Consistency: Pulse the ingredients to your preferred consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse less; for a smoother sauce, pulse more.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the salsa as you make it and adjust the seasoning to your liking. If it's too spicy, you can balance it with a pinch of sugar or more lime juice.
- Chill Before Serving: Allow the salsa to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This helps the flavors meld and enhances the overall taste.
- Onion Variation: Consider using red onion for a milder, slightly sweeter flavor or white onion for a more traditional kick.
- Refrigerate Leftovers: If you have leftover salsa, store it in an airtight container in the fridge. Use it within a week for the best quality.
- Experiment with Add-Ins: Feel free to experiment with additional ingredients like roasted garlic, roasted red peppers, or different types of chilies for unique flavor variations.
Blender Salsa FAQ's
Here are a few of our most common questions about this popular blender salsa.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned tomatoes?
Yes, you can use fresh tomatoes if you prefer. Simply blanch and peel them before adding them to the blender or food processor. You may need to adjust the quantity of fresh tomatoes to match the canned tomatoes' volume.
What if I don't have fresh cilantro?
If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro leaves or substitute with fresh parsley or another herb of your choice for a different flavor.
How can I adjust the spiciness of the salsa?
To control the spiciness, adjust the amount of jalapeño pepper used. Remove the seeds and membranes for a milder salsa, or add more jalapeño for extra heat. Taste as you go to achieve your desired spice level. You can also use the medium or hot cans of Rotel instead of regular.
Can I make this salsa in advance?
Yes, you can make this salsa in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It often tastes even better after flavors meld together for a few hours or overnight.
Is it possible to freeze the salsa?
While you can freeze the salsa, keep in mind that tomatoes can change in texture after freezing and thawing. If you do freeze it, consider using it in cooked dishes like chili or sauces rather than as a fresh dip.
What can I serve this salsa with?
This salsa is versatile and pairs well with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, grilled meats, fish, quesadillas, or as a topping for nachos or baked potatoes
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Easy Homemade Salsa
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Equipment
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 28 Ounce Can Whole Peeled Tomatoes Mostly Drained
- 2 10 Ounce Cans Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilis Undrained
- ½ Cup Fresh Cilantro
- ¼ Cup Onion Chopped
- 1 Small Lime Juiced
- ½ Teaspoon Minced Garlic
- ¾ Teaspoon Canned or Fresh Jalapeño
- ½ Teaspoon Cumin
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- ⅛ Teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a large blender or food processor and pulse to your desired consistency.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Easy Homemade Salsa Pro Tips
- Customize the Consistency: Pulse the ingredients to your preferred consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse less; for a smoother sauce, pulse more.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the salsa as you make it and adjust the seasoning to your liking. If it's too spicy, you can balance it with a pinch of sugar or more lime juice.
- Chill Before Serving: Allow the salsa to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This helps the flavors meld and enhances the overall taste.
- Onion Variation: Consider using red onion for a milder, slightly sweeter flavor or white onion for a more traditional kick.
- Refrigerate Leftovers: If you have leftover salsa, store it in an airtight container in the fridge. Use it within a week for the best quality.
- Experiment with Add-Ins: Feel free to experiment with additional ingredients like roasted garlic, roasted red peppers, or different types of chilies for unique flavor variations.
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Sha
It's hard to top the flavor of homemade salsa. Better than restaurant bought!
Orenda R
I will never buy from the store again when homemade is this easy! And delicious!
Julie
This salsa was so good and I love that you give so many different options for tweaking it. It didn't last long at our house and my family has already asked when I can make it again!
Shar
Easiest salsa recipe I've tried! Made this salsa and used it for taco and burrito night, everyone was satisfied and filled!
Sharron H
It doesn't get much easier than this! So fresh and delicious! Great, easy recipe.
Abby
made this for taco tuesday. So easy and delicious. Loved it on my taco.
Melissa McArthur
There’s NOTHING like homemade salsa. Woo!
Jessica
Right?! Haha, glad you agree!