Blender Salsa
A quick and delicious salsa recipe that's easy to make and bursting with flavor, perfect for spicing up your meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can Canned Tomatoes Use fire-roasted diced tomatoes for extra flavor.
- 1.5-2 cups Fresh Tomatoes Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor.
- ¼ small Red Onion Coarsely chopped.
- ¼ cup Cilantro Use both leaves and tender stems.
- 1 whole Lime, zested and juiced Essential for fresh taste.
- 1 whole Jalapeño Pepper For heat; remove seeds for milder salsa.
- 2 cloves Garlic Fresh, coarsely chopped.
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Cumin Adds warm, smoky flavor.
- to taste Sea Salt and Black Pepper Start with ¼ teaspoon of salt and a pinch of pepper.
Instructions
Preparation
- Coarsely chop the red onion, jalapeño (seeded if desired), and garlic. Measure out the cilantro, zest, and juice the lime.
Blending
- Place all ingredients into the blender: canned tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime zest and juice, jalapeño, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pulse the ingredients in short bursts (1-2 seconds) until desired texture is achieved, aiming for 8-12 pulses.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice as desired.
Serving
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to deepen flavors.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze in small portions. Enjoy fresh for best results.