– Fresh, Zesty & Easy
Description:
This quick and easy homemade salsa recipe is bursting with fresh flavors of tomatoes, cilantro, lime, and jalapeño. Perfect for parties, taco nights, or simply enjoying with tortilla chips!
Why This Is the Best Homemade Salsa
Nothing beats the taste of fresh, zesty homemade salsa. This recipe is quick to prepare, full of flavor, and far better than anything you’ll find in a jar. Made with canned tomatoes, fresh cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice, it’s the perfect dip for tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or a sidekick to any Mexican-inspired dish.
Ingredients You’ll Need
1 can (28 oz) whole tomatoes with juice
2 cans (10 oz each) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
¼ cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 whole jalapeño, quartered and sliced thin
¼ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
½ cup chopped cilantro (more to taste)
Juice of ½ lime
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Combine Tomatoes
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole tomatoes (with juice) and Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies.
Step 2: Add Aromatics
Stir in the chopped onion, minced garlic, and thinly sliced jalapeño.
Step 3: Season the Salsa
Sprinkle in sugar, salt, and ground cumin. Mix until well combined.
Step 4: Add Fresh Herbs
