Jalapeno Salsa
Bold and zesty, this quick-to-make Jalapeno Salsa packs flavor with just a few fresh ingredients.
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Made with 7 simple ingredients, this Jalapeno Salsa is full of flavor and easy to make. Typically salsa is prepared with fresh tomatoes, peppers, onions, and cilantro. But there are really so many different variations and ways to create it. With so many different tomato, pepper and onion types to choose from, that in and of itself allows you to mix it up as much as you’d like. It is also versatile in use, great for dipping or drizzling on various dishes and offers the perfect balance of crisp and spicy flavors.
Is Jalapeno Salsa Healthy?
This salsa is packed with various minerals and vitamins, thanks to the fresh and whole ingredients. The jalapenos, which have vitamins A and C and potassium, along with carotene, are antioxidants that help repair cells in your body. And that’s not it. They also have folate, vitamin K, and B vitamins. Next are tomatoes, a great source of potassium, vitamin K, and folate. And how about the antibacterial, immune-strengthening onion? I like to dice mine really thin and even add a few extra to the mix! Then there are the lovely alkalizing limes. This salsa is good for the body and nourishing to the bones!
create similar yet distinct salsas
There are several variations to this jalapeno salsa recipe you can try. For example, try using different peppers such as serrano, poblano, or ghost peppers. Or how about tomatoes? Give Roma, globe, heirloom, or cherry tomatoes a try. I also love to add mango to mine. Dice up some fruit such as pineapple or even kiwi. And if you like it a little smokey, add smoked chili pepper, homemade chipotle powder, or smoked paprika. Give your dip even more color, and use various colored onions such as green, yellow, and white.
INGREDIENTS
- 4 fresh jalapenos
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 small onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
INSTRUCTIONS
Boil
Soften jalapenos and tomatoes.
Blend
Combine all ingredients and blend.
Serve
Enjoy your fresh jalapeno salsa!
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
This jalapeno salsa is perfect for making ahead and keeping on hand. After cleaning, cutting, and preparing the jalapeño peppers, let them cool before blending them with the other ingredients. Once the salsa is prepared, transfer it into an airtight container, such as a glass mason jar, and refrigerate. Properly stored, the salsa will stay fresh for 1-2 weeks!
Jalapeno seeds are edible, and some people like to leave them in, so no, you don’t have to. I prefer to remove the seeds and membranes from jalapenos when preparing them, but it’s really up to you; it’s not necessary.
Whether you like a little heat or not, the trick is to reach for something acidic when you’re ready for the spicy to subside. The acid in lemons, limes, and vinegar neutralizes the alkaline in the capsaicin and helps soften each bite.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your salsa with some quick and easy homemade tortilla chips. Take a peek at these made-at-home, restaurant-style Tortilla Chips or these keto-friendly Tortilla Chips. You might as well treat your chips to some homemade Guacamole with a side of Cilantro Lime Rice and black beans. And while you’re at it, mix yourself a Spicy Margarita. Enjoy & adiós por ahora.
Jalapeno Salsa
Ingredients
- 4 fresh jalapenos
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 small onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Boil jalapenos and tomatoes in water for about 10 minutes until they are soft.
- Remove the stems from jalapenos and peel the tomatoes. Place them in a blender.
- Add chopped onion, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and salt to the blender. Blend until smooth or desired consistency is achieved.
Nutrition
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