Easy Homemade Salsa
Better than store-bought and practically as easy, this simple recipe for homemade salsa gets it's bright flavor from fresh-squeezed lime juice, jalapeño pepper and cilantro.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can 15 ounce diced tomatoes, very well-drained (see notes)
- 1/3 cup onion diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and diced
- 1 medium clove garlic minced (about 3/4 teaspoon)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime about 1-1/2 tablespoons
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco or other hot sauce
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in the work bowl of a food processor or chopper and pulse until the mixture reaches the desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning and hot sauce as needed.
- Salsa can be stored in a tightly covered container for up to 3 days.
- For best flavor, remove from the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, place the canned tomatoes in a strainer and press the liquid out with the back of a spatula or large spoon.
Nutrition
Calories: 12 | Total Fat: 1g | Sodium: 69mg | Carbohydrates: 3g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Protein: 1g