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Blender salsa recipe in a ceramic bowl with tortilla chips and lime wedges.

5-Minute Blender Salsa

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This easy blender salsa recipe makes smooth restaurant-style salsa in just 5 minutes using canned tomatoes, jalapeno, garlic, and cilantro. Perfect for chips, tacos, nachos, and burritos.
Course Appetizer, Sauce
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 25
Author Ronda Eagle | Kitchen Dreaming

Ingredients

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 jalapeno , roughly chopped
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 small onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  • Add diced tomatoes, jalapeno, garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to a blender.
  • Pulse several times until the salsa reaches your desired consistency.
  • Taste the salsa and adjust salt, lime juice, or spice level as needed.
  • Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or your favorite Mexican dishes.

Notes

Drain some liquid from the canned tomatoes if you prefer thicker salsa.
Pulse instead of fully blending if you want a chunkier texture.
Adjust heat by adding more or fewer jalapenos.
Chill the salsa for at least 30 minutes to develop deeper flavor.
If the salsa tastes flat, add more lime juice or a pinch of salt to brighten the flavor.
 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g