Description
This easy homemade salsa is bursting with vibrant Mexican flavour and comes together in minutes using canned tomatoes, fresh aromatics, and simple spices. Whether you’re hosting taco night or just need a quick snack, this blender salsa is perfect for dipping, drizzling, or elevating any meal, all with pantry staples and minimal prep.
Ingredients
-
28 oz (794 g) whole plum tomatoes, with juice
-
1 small white onion, roughly chopped (approx. 100 g)
-
1–2 jalapeño peppers, diced, seeds removed (approx. 30–60 g)
-
3 garlic cloves, chopped
-
1 tbsp (15 ml) lime juice
-
4–5 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed (approx. 10–15 g)
-
1½ tsp ground cumin
-
1 tsp salt
-
1 tsp sugar
Instructions
-
Blend: In a blender or food processor, combine tomatoes with juice, onion, jalapeños, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, salt, and sugar.
-
Adjust Texture: Pulse to your desired consistency—chunky or smooth.
-
Chill: Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour for best flavour.
-
Serve: Serve cold with chips, tacos, nachos, or grilled dishes.
Notes
Add a chipotle pepper in adobo for smoky heat.
Use fresh tomatoes when in season—just core and dice first.
Blend more for a smoother texture or less for a chunkier salsa.
Can be frozen in small portions and thawed as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blended (No Cook)
- Cuisine: Mexican