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Best Homemade Salsa Ever

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This fresh, flavorful homemade salsa is restaurant-quality and made in minutes! Bursting with ripe tomatoes, zesty lime, spicy jalapeños, and fresh cilantro, this salsa is perfect for chips, tacos, burritos, or any Mexican dish.

Ingredients

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  • 5 ripe Roma tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained)
  • 1 small white onion, diced
  • 12 jalapeños, seeded and chopped (leave some seeds for extra spice!)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sugar (balances acidity, optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for richness, optional)

Instructions

1. Blend or Chop (Your Choice!):

  • Chunky Salsa: Finely dice tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Mix with lime juice and seasonings.
  • Smooth Salsa: Blend all ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until desired consistency is reached.

2. Adjust Seasonings:

  • Taste and add more salt, lime juice, or spice as needed.

3. Chill for Best Flavor:

  • Let the salsa sit for 15-30 minutes (or overnight) to enhance the flavors.

4. Serve & Enjoy:

  • Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or grilled meats!


Notes

  • Want it spicier? Keep some jalapeño seeds or add ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Prefer smoky salsa? Use fire-roasted tomatoes and char the jalapeños before blending.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.