There's nothing quite like the fresh, bold flavors of a homemade salsa that tastes just like the kind served at your favorite Mexican restaurant. This restaurant-style salsa recipe is incredibly easy to make, using simple ingredients that come together in minutes. Perfect for parties, taco nights, or just a snack with crispy tortilla chips!
Why You'll Love This Salsa
Easy to Make: Just toss everything in a blender or food processor!
Full of Flavor: A balance of spice, acidity, and freshness.
Better than Store-Bought: No preservatives, just pure, fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes with juice
2 cans (10 ounces) Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 whole jalapeño, quartered and sliced thin
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup cilantro (more to taste!)
Juice of 1/2 lime
Instructions
Blend the Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the whole tomatoes (with juice), Rotel, onion, garlic, jalapeño, sugar, salt, cumin, cilantro, and lime juice.
Pulse Until Desired Consistency: Blend until you reach your preferred texture—chunky or smooth.
Taste and Adjust: Add more salt, lime juice, or cilantro if needed.
Chill and Serve: For best flavor, refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Tips for the Best Salsa
Control the Heat: Remove the jalapeño seeds for a milder salsa or add an extra jalapeño for more heat.
Make It Smoky: Add a pinch of smoked paprika or chipotle powder for a smoky twist.
Store It Right: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Enjoy this easy, homemade restaurant-style salsa with your favorite chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, and more. Let us know how it turns out in the comments below!
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