Fresh Homemade Salsa (Easy & Restaurant-Style)

This Homemade Salsa is fresh, flavorful, and easy to make with tomatoes, onions, lime, and cilantro — the perfect dip for chips or topping for tacos!

Homemade Salsa: Fresh, Fast & Flavorful

Nothing beats the taste of fresh, homemade salsa. Bright, tangy, and full of vibrant flavor, this recipe brings restaurant-style salsa right to your kitchen — perfect for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or serving with burritos.

Made with simple ingredients and ready in minutes, this Fresh Homemade Salsa is a must-have for any Mexican-inspired meal (or just your next snack craving).

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Servings: About 3 cups Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 5 ripe Roma tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can diced tomatoes, drained)

• ½ small onion, chopped

• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped (leave seeds for extra heat)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

• Juice of 1 lime

• ½ teaspoon salt (to taste)

• ¼ teaspoon cumin (optional, for depth of flavor)

• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: In a food processor or blender, combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, cumin, and sugar (if using).

2. Pulse Until Desired Texture: Pulse a few times for a chunky salsa, or blend longer for a smoother consistency.

3. Taste and Adjust: Taste and adjust seasonings — add more lime juice for tang, salt for flavor, or jalapeño for heat.

4. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or your favorite Mexican dishes.

Tips for the Best Salsa

• For a smoky flavor, roast your tomatoes and peppers before blending.

• Add diced mango or pineapple for a sweet twist.

• Use fire-roasted canned tomatoes for a restaurant-style salsa with depth.

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Final Thoughts

This Homemade Salsa is vibrant, zesty, and easy to make — the perfect companion for everything from breakfast burritos to taco night. Once you make it fresh, you’ll never go back to store-bought!

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