This delicious Jalapeno Salsa recipe comes together in just 5 minutes in the food processor and tastes so much better and fresher than anything you'd buy in a jar. Serve it with your favorite tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer.
Elevate any Mexican meal with this zesty Jalapeño Salsa recipe! Salsa, the quintessential Mexican sauce, sets the perfect tone for any meal. Whether served with chips as an appetizer or as a topping for your favorite entrees, its fresh, vibrant flavors always shine through. In this recipe, I've simplified the process by using canned tomatoes, sparing you the hassle of extra washing and chopping. With just a few easy steps, you can whip up a batch of this delicious salsa to enjoy with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Say goodbye to store-bought versions and hello to the homemade goodness of this easy and streamlined recipe.
Serve this Jalapeno Salsa with your favorite Mexican entree such as Slow Cooker Pork Loin Carnitas, Chicken Fajita Tray Bake or Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Tacos.
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Ingredients
Here's what you need to make Jalapeno Salsa:
- jalapeno
- salt
- sugar
- fresh lime juice
- red onion
- canned diced tomatoes with chiles
- canned whole tomatoes
- fresh cilantro
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Here's how to make Jalapeno Salsa:
1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until everything is finely chopped and well mixed.
2. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.
Hint: I leave the seeds in the jalapeno because I like some heat in my salsa. If you want the flavor of the jalapeno without the heat you can remove the seeds prior to adding the jalapeno to the food processor. If removing the seeds, either wear rubber gloves or be sure to wash your hands well and not touch your face the rest of the day so you don't get oils from the jalapeno in your eyes.
Substitutions
Want to substitute an ingredient in this salsa? Here's how:
- Canned tomatoes - use fresh roma tomatoes in place of the canned tomatoes.
- Sugar - use an equal amount of an alternative sweetener of your choice in place of the sugar such as honey, monkfruit or coconut sugar.
Variations
Try one of these variations of Jalapeno Salsa:
- Extra spicy - use 2 jalapenos instead of 1 to give the salsa a good kick.
- Mild - eliminate the jalapeno for a mild salsa.
- Garlicy - add 1-2 whole peeled garlic cloves to the food processor when making the salsa.
Equipment
This equipment comes in handy for making Salsa:
Storage
Store this salsa in an airtight container in the fridge for 5-7 days. Alternatively, you can can your salsa to give it a shelf life.
FAQ
That depends on your taste! I leave the seeds in because I like some heat in my salsa. If you want the flavor of the jalapeno without the heat you can remove the seeds prior to adding the jalapeno to the food processor.
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Pairing
Serve Jalapeno Salsa with one of these Mexican dishes for a balanced meal the whole family will love:
Recipe
Jalapeno Salsa
Equipment
- 1 knife
Ingredients
- 1 red onion
- 1 jalapeno
- 1 lime
- ½ bunch cilantro
- 1 (28 oz) can whole tomatoes with juice, drained
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with chiles (such as Rotel), drained
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients. Remove the peel from the onion and cut it into large chunks. Cut the end with the stem off of the jalapeno. Juice the lime. Wash the cilantro.
- Place the drained canned whole tomatoes, drained tomatoes with chiles, onion, jalapeno, lime juice, cilantro, sugar and salt in a food processor and pulse until everything is finely chopped and well mixed.
- Serve immediately with chips or vegetables for dipping or refrigerate until serving.
Notes
Nutrition
Food safety
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
Shannon
The absolute BEST salsa!