Homemade Salsa on the Fly Paula Deen
Whip up a fresh, zesty bowl of flavor in just 10 minutes with Paula Deen’s “Homemade Salsa on the Fly.” This quick and easy salsa recipe brings together pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes and a burst of freshness from chopped cilantro, green onions, and lime juice. The diced jalapeño adds a touch of heat, while garlic and ground cumin deliver bold, aromatic depth. Perfect as a dip with your favorite tortilla chips or as a vibrant topping for tacos and grilled dishes, this salsa is a versatile crowd-pleaser. With no cooking required and customizable sweetness, it's the ideal last-minute appetizer or condiment. Ready in minutes but full of flavor, this recipe is your go-to for effortless snacking or entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes (canned)
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 Green onions, chopped
- 1 Jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp Sugar (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and chopped green onions.
Add the diced jalapeño, minced garlic, and fresh lime juice to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, kosher salt, and sugar (if using).
Mix all the ingredients together thoroughly with a spoon or spatula.
Let the salsa sit at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours if desired.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a condiment for your favorite dishes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
24 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 177 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 196 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
