What is This Salsa Like

• Difficulty – This salsa recipe uses 11 ingredients. No cooking is required, and it takes just about 15 minutes to put together.
• Serving – This delightful salsa serves 6 people easily. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for scrumptious Spiced Turkey Tacos or Spicy Steak Fajitas.
• Taste – Expect a fantastic blend of fresh, crisp flavors with a little kick of heat!

Ingredients

• Tomatoes – Use ripe vine tomatoes for the best flavor and texture; medium size is perfect.
• Green Pepper – Adds texture, color, and a slight flavor boost.
• Green Onion – This ingredient provides an extra burst of flavor.
• Red Onion – Contributes sharpness and a lovely color contrast.
• Jalapeños – Known for adding heat; jarred ones work beautifully.
• Lime Juice – A splash of zest that brightens the salsa.
• Garlic – Fresh minced garlic brings depth to the flavor.
• Cumin – Ground cumin enhances the overall taste with its earthy aroma.
• Chili Flakes – Adjust the quantity to your heat preference.
• Salt – Enhances every flavor present in the salsa.
• Cilantro – Fresh cilantro rounds off the salsa perfectly, but you can substitute it with parsley if preferred.

NOTE: The complete recipe and instructions can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients – In a food processor, combine the tomatoes, green pepper, green onion, red onion, jalapeños, lime juice, garlic, ground cumin, chili flakes, salt, and fresh cilantro.
2. Pulse the Ingredients – Pulse the mixture on high for about 5 seconds. Remove the lid, give the content a little stir, then return the lid and pulse for another 5 seconds. Repeat this process until you reach your desired consistency, typically about 3 to 4 times.
3. Chill – Transfer the salsa to a serving dish and cover. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
4. Serve – Finally, serve it up with your favorite tortilla chips!

Recipe Notes

• Choose Ripe Ingredients – It’s crucial to use ripe tomatoes to achieve the desired flavor.
• Avoid Over-mixing – For a nice chunky texture, avoid over-pulsing the ingredients. You want them blended, not completely smooth.

Substitutions

• Vine Tomatoes – Any firm tomatoes will work; just make sure to chop them small.
• Canned Jalapeños – Feel free to use fresh or even leave out the heat if you prefer.
• Fresh Cilantro – If you’re not a cilantro fan, substitute with finely chopped parsley for a milder flavor.

Serving Suggestions

This salsa is incredibly versatile! I’ve enjoyed it as a dip for nachos, and it also makes a wonderful topping for dishes like Fish Tacos, Shrimp Tacos, Pork Tacos with Sriracha Mayo, and Loaded Quesadillas. The options are endless!

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