Name: Homemade Salsa
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: Tomatoes (any variety); 1 bell pepper; Red onion; Green onion; Fresh garlic; Fresh cilantro; Lime juice; Salt; Cumin; Chili powder; Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

This homemade salsa recipe is quick, fresh, and perfect for using up all your garden veggies. With juicy tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and fresh cilantro, it’s the ultimate snack for tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, fajitas, and more.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This salsa is the perfect combination of fresh and flavorful, and it’s ready in under 10 minutes! It’s customizable, healthy, and can easily be adjusted for your preferred spice level.

Ingredients

Tomatoes (any variety)
1 bell pepper
Red onion
Green onion
Fresh garlic
Fresh cilantro
Lime juice
Salt
Cumin
Chili powder
Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

Process Veggies: Add tomatoes, green onion, red onion, garlic, cilantro, and bell pepper to a food processor. Blend until combined.
Add Spices: Add salt, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, and lime juice, and process again.
Final Blend: Add remaining tomato and pulse until your desired consistency is reached—smooth or chunky.
Serve: Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite meal.

Servings and Timing

Servings: 4-6
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Variations

Spicy: Add jalapeños, poblano peppers, or chili peppers to taste.
Smooth Salsa: Blend longer for a smoother, restaurant-style salsa.

Storage/Reheating

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Salsa can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.

FAQs

1. Can I use canned tomatoes?

Fresh tomatoes are ideal, but canned tomatoes work in a pinch.

2. How can I make this spicier?

Add fresh jalapeños, red pepper flakes, or chili powder.

3. Can I use a blender instead of a food processor?

Yes, a blender works well but may require scraping down the sides.

4. How do I thicken the salsa?

Add extra tomato paste or reduce the salsa by cooking it down.

5. Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, the flavors will meld even more after a few hours or overnight in the fridge.

Conclusion

This homemade salsa is fresh, healthy, and bursting with flavor, making it the perfect addition to any meal or snack. Enjoy it with chips or as a topping for tacos and more!

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Author: Paula
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
Diet: Gluten Free

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Description

This Homemade Salsa is fresh, flavorful, and ready in under 10 minutes! With juicy tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and cilantro, it’s the perfect snack with tortilla chips or a topping for tacos, fajitas, and more. Easily customizable for your preferred spice level, this salsa is both healthy and versatile.

Ingredients

Tomatoes (any variety)

1 bell pepper

Red onion

Green onion

Fresh garlic

Fresh cilantro

Lime juice

Salt

Cumin

Chili powder

Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

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Instructions

Process the Veggies: Add tomatoes, green onion, red onion, garlic, cilantro, and bell pepper to a food processor. Blend until combined.
Add the Spices: Add salt, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, and lime juice to the food processor. Blend again.
Final Blend: Add any remaining tomato and pulse to reach your desired consistency—smooth or chunky.
Serve: Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, fajitas, or other favorite meals.