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Simple Homemade Salsa Recipe

4.9 from 130 reviews

A quick and easy fresh salsa recipe made by blending canned diced tomatoes with onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Perfect for serving with chips or as a topping for Mexican dishes. Customize the texture from chunky to smooth according to your preference.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cans diced tomatoes (14.5 oz each)
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 small handful cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Dice half a yellow onion and gather a small handful of fresh cilantro. Juice one lime.
  2. Add Ingredients to Blender: Place the two cans of diced tomatoes, diced onion, salt, lime juice, and cilantro into a 5-cup blender container.
  3. Blend Salsa: Blend the ingredients until you reach your desired salsa consistency. Blend briefly for a chunky texture or longer for a smooth salsa.
  4. Serve: Pour the blended salsa into a serving bowl. Serve immediately warm or chilled, as preferred.

Notes

  • Use fresh or canned ingredients as preferred; canned tomatoes offer convenience.
  • Adjust salt to taste.
  • Adding jalapeño or other peppers can introduce heat if desired.
  • This salsa can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: salsa, fresh salsa, easy salsa, Mexican condiment, blender salsa