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5-ingredient California salsa
5-ingredient California salsa
Course: Dips and spreads, AppetizersCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: MediumServings20
servingsPrep time5
minutesCalories10
kcalThis 5-Ingredient California Salsa recipe offers a fresh, mild, and flavorful alternative to store-bought versions, ready in just 5 minutes. Perfect for those seeking a quick and healthy homemade salsa, this recipe uses simple, whole ingredients blended in a high-performance blender for optimal texture and taste. The two-phase blending process ensures a perfect balance of smooth and chunky consistency, mimicking restaurant-style salsa. With no added preservatives or artificial flavors, this salsa is not only more economical than store-bought options but also customizable to suit individual taste preferences. Ideal for snacking, as a topping, or as part of a larger Mexican-inspired meal, this easy-to-make salsa brings the taste of California to your kitchen with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
6 whole roma tomatoes (about 600 g)
1/2 whole yellow onion (about 100 g)
1 whole jalapeño pepper, seeded
1/2 cup (25 g) fresh cilantro
1 whole lime, peeled
1 teaspoon (6 g) salt, or more to taste
Directions
- Quarter all ingredients.
- Add all ingredients except 4 tomatoes to a high-performance blender.
- Blend on medium speed for 15 seconds, using the tamper if necessary.
- Add the remaining 4 tomatoes to the blender.
- Pulse on low speed for 5 seconds to maintain some chunky texture.
- Taste and adjust salt if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container.
Recipe Video
Notes
- For a spicier salsa, leave some jalapeño seeds in or add pepper.
- Blending in two phases helps achieve an ideal texture with some chunks.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
