This easy blender salsa recipe is the perfect combination of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Made in just minutes using a blender, it's a quick and delicious way to enjoy homemade salsa. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving some chips and salsa, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 2 large tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 red onion, roughly chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Place the tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno pepper, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, cumin, and black pepper in a blender.
- Blend on high speed until the salsa reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse a few times. For a smoother salsa, blend longer.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
- Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.
Interesting Facts
Blending the ingredients helps to release their flavors and creates a smooth texture.
The addition of lime juice adds brightness and balances the flavors in the salsa.
You can customize the level of spiciness by adding more or less jalapeno pepper.