This homemade salsa is truly the best you’ll ever make, bursting with fresh flavors and just the right amount of heat. It’s perfect for serving with tortilla chips, on top of nachos, or as a zesty addition to your favorite Mexican dishes.
The combination of whole tomatoes, Rotel, jalapeño, and cilantro creates a vibrant and flavorful salsa that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering. The fresh lime juice adds a bright, tangy finish that ties all the flavors together beautifully.
This salsa is incredibly easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you like your salsa mild or with a bit of a kick, this recipe is versatile and adaptable. Plus, it gets even better after sitting in the fridge for a while, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Ingredients:
- 1 can (28 ounce) whole tomatoes with juice
- 2 cans (10 ounce each) Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 whole jalapeño, quartered and sliced thin
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 cup cilantro (more to taste!)
- Juice of 1/2 lime
Directions:
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the whole tomatoes (with their juice), Rotel, chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced jalapeño, sugar, salt, cumin, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Blend the Salsa: Pulse the mixture until you reach your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse fewer times (about 10 to 15 pulses should do the trick). If you prefer a smoother salsa, pulse more.
- Taste and Adjust: Test the seasoning with a tortilla chip and adjust the salt, lime juice, or other seasonings as needed.
- Chill: Transfer the salsa to a container and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
- Serve: Serve the salsa chilled with tortilla chips, cheese nachos, or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
