Canned Salsa Recipe: My Zesty, Quick Kitchen Staple (Print Version)
Canned Salsa Recipe for a vibrant, easy homemade dip. This zesty favorite comes together in minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6-8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Dietary: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Salsa Base
01 -
Canned Diced Tomatoes (28 oz can, undrained)
02 -
Canned Tomato Paste (6 oz can)
→ Flavor Boosters
03 -
White Onion (1 small, roughly chopped)
04 -
Garlic Cloves (3-4, peeled)
05 -
Lime Juice (2 tbsp, fresh)
06 -
Ground Cumin (1 tsp)
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Salt (1 tsp, or to taste)
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Sugar (1/2 tsp, optional)
→ Fresh Add-ins
09 -
Fresh Cilantro (1/2 cup, packed)
→ Optional Heat
10 -
Jalapeño (1, seeded and roughly chopped)
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, get all your ingredients out on the counter. I always do this, otherwise, I'll invariably forget something crucial, like the lime juice – happens every time! Take a moment to roughly chop your onion, peel your garlic, and seed that jalapeño. Honestly, this prep work is half the battle, and it makes the blending step so much smoother. I love the smell of fresh garlic and onion mingling, it just smells like good things are about to happen for this canned salsa recipe.
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Next, grab your food processor or blender. Toss in the undrained canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chopped onion, garlic cloves, and the seeded jalapeño. Give it a few pulses until everything is roughly chopped and combined. You're looking for a chunky texture, not a smooth soup, unless that's your jam, then go for it! I always make the mistake of over-blending at first, so just a few quick pulses, okay? This is where the magic starts for your homemade canned salsa recipe!
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Now for the cilantro, fresh lime juice, cumin, salt, and that optional pinch of sugar. Add them all into the food processor with the tomato mixture. Give it another few quick pulses – just enough to incorporate the cilantro without totally obliterating it. We want those flecks of green! Taste it here; this is your moment to adjust the salt, add more lime, or even a tiny bit more jalapeño if you're feeling brave. This step really brings this canned salsa recipe to life!
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Once you're happy with the taste and texture, transfer your beautiful, vibrant canned salsa recipe to a bowl or an airtight container. Now, this is the hard part: resist the urge to devour it immediately! Pop it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or even better, an hour or two. Letting it chill allows all those amazing flavors to meld and deepen. I swear, it makes all the difference, though I'm guilty of sneaking a spoonful right away, every single time.
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When it's perfectly chilled and the flavors have had their little party, give it a good stir. Serve your homemade canned salsa recipe with your favorite tortilla chips, over tacos, with grilled chicken, or honestly, just with a spoon. It's so versatile! I love seeing those vibrant colors pop, and the smell of fresh cilantro and lime just makes my kitchen sing. Don't be afraid to spoon a generous amount, you earned it after all that "hard" work!
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Before serving, take one last taste. Does it need more salt? A bit more lime for brightness? Perhaps another tiny pinch of sugar to cut through the acidity? This is your salsa, make it sing for your taste buds! I always find myself adding a little something extra right before serving, it's just part of the process, you know? This final adjustment ensures your canned salsa recipe is absolutely perfect for you.
# Notes:
01 -
Always seed your jalapeño unless you're a true heat fiend; I learned that the hard way, trust me!
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Don't over-blend! A chunky salsa is far more satisfying than a watery puree.
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Let it chill for at least 30 minutes; the flavors need that time to really get to know each other.
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Serving it with warm, crispy tortilla chips takes it to another level of deliciousness.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Food processor or blender
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: Approx. 45-60 kcal
Total Fat: Approx. 0-1g
Total Carbohydrate: Approx. 10-15g
Protein: Approx. 1-2g