Can you freeze homemade salsa?

Yes, you can freeze homemade salsa! Store it in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

What are the best tomatoes for salsa?

For canned salsa, use high-quality canned whole tomatoes. For fresh salsa, Roma tomatoes or vine-ripened tomatoes provide the best flavor and texture.

How can I make my salsa less watery?

To make your salsa less watery, drain excess liquid from the tomatoes before mixing, or blend part of the salsa and mix it back in to thicken the texture.

Can I make salsa without cilantro?

Yes! If you don't like cilantro, you can substitute it with fresh parsley for a slightly different but still delicious flavor in your homemade salsa.

Best Homemade Salsa Recipe – Easy Party Favorite

Description

Learn how to make the best homemade salsa recipe ever with simple ingredients! Fresh, zesty, easy, and perfect for tacos, chips, and parties.

Ingredients

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1 can (28 oz) whole tomatoes with juice
2 cans (10 oz each) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 whole jalapeño pepper, quartered and thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup freshly chopped cilantro
Juice of 1/2 fresh lime

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine whole tomatoes with their juice and Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies.
Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced jalapeño to the bowl.
Sprinkle in sugar, salt, and ground cumin, and stir gently to combine.
Fold in the chopped cilantro and squeeze in the lime juice. Mix again.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more lime juice, salt, or cilantro.
Let the salsa sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with chips, tacos, or your favorite dishes.

Notes

Use high-quality canned tomatoes for the best flavor.
Remove jalapeño seeds for a milder salsa.
Blend the salsa for a smoother, restaurant-style texture.
For extra zest, add additional lime juice.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 18
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 105mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg