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5-Minute Blender Salsa (Restaurant Style Salsa)

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required)
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer, Dip
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This 5-Minute Blender Salsa (Restaurant Style Salsa) is the perfect homemade salsa, delivering the same fresh, tangy flavor as the one from your favorite Mexican restaurant. Using just a few simple ingredients like ripe tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice, you can have a flavorful salsa ready in minutes. Perfect for dipping tortilla chips or topping your favorite Mexican dishes!

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/4 cup red onion, roughly chopped
  • 1–2 jalapeño peppers (seeds removed for less heat, optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin (optional)
  • 1/4 cup water (to thin, if needed)

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients: Place the tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño peppers, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, salt, and cumin (if using) into a blender or food processor.

2️⃣ Blend: Pulse the ingredients until you reach your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, blend for just a few seconds. For a smoother salsa, blend longer.

3️⃣ Adjust: Taste the salsa and adjust the salt, lime juice, or spice level by adding more jalapeño if desired. If the salsa is too thick, add a little water to reach your preferred consistency.

4️⃣ Serve: Pour the salsa into a bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips, tacos, or your favorite Mexican dishes.

Notes

  • Tomato Quality: Fresh, ripe tomatoes give the best flavor for this salsa. If using canned tomatoes, whole canned tomatoes work best, and remember to drain them before blending for the right consistency.

  • Adjusting Heat: If you’re sensitive to spice, remove the seeds from the jalapeños or use a milder pepper like a poblano. For an extra spicy kick, leave the seeds in the jalapeños or add a serrano pepper.

  • Texture Preferences: For a chunkier salsa, pulse the ingredients just a few times. If you prefer a smoother salsa, blend for a bit longer. You can always adjust the texture by adding a little water if the salsa is too thick.

  • Customizing Flavor: You can customize the salsa by adding ingredients like chipotle peppers for a smoky flavor, or mango or pineapple for a sweet twist. Fresh herbs like oregano or parsley can also provide a different flavor profile.

  • Cumin Flavor: The ground cumin is optional, but it adds a warm, earthy flavor to the salsa. If you’re unsure, try the salsa with and without it to see which you prefer.

  • Storage Tip: This salsa can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. The flavors will meld and improve over time. If you like your salsa extra fresh, make it the day of serving.

  • Freezing Salsa: Salsa can be frozen for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container. Allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge and stir well before serving.

  • Serving Ideas: This salsa is perfect with tortilla chips, but it also works as a topping for tacos, burritos, grilled meats, or even scrambled eggs. You can use it in your favorite Mexican dishes like quesadillas, nachos, or enchiladas.

  • Adjusting Salt & Lime: Always taste the salsa before serving and adjust the salt and lime juice to your preference. The balance of acidity and saltiness is key to the flavor of salsa.

Find it online: https://justcooksimple.com/5-minute-blender-salsa-restaurant-style-salsa/