Homemade Salsa Using Canned Tomatoes
Whip up a bold and zesty burst of flavor with this quick and easy Homemade Salsa Using Canned Tomatoes! Perfectly balanced with the tang of lime juice, the aromatic kick of fresh cilantro, and the subtle heat of jalapeño, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes. Simply toss canned diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, and a handful of pantry staples into a blender for a customizable salsa that can be as smooth or chunky as you like. Whether served chilled with tortilla chips at your next party or used as a vibrant topping for tacos and burritos, this simple, restaurant-style salsa is sure to become your go-to dip. Budget-friendly, flavorful, and ready in a flash—this recipe is proof that quick homemade snacks can still taste gourmet!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
Peel and roughly chop the yellow onion into quarters.
Slice the jalapeño pepper in half and remove seeds and veins for a milder salsa (leave seeds for extra heat). Roughly chop the jalapeño into smaller pieces.
Peel and lightly crush the garlic cloves for easier blending.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (including their juices) into a food processor or blender.
Add the chopped onion, jalapeño, garlic cloves, fresh cilantro leaves, lime juice, ground cumin, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and sugar into the blender with the tomatoes.
Blend the mixture on medium speed for 15-30 seconds, or until it reaches your desired texture (chunky or smooth).
Taste the salsa and adjust salt, lime juice, or jalapeño if needed for seasoning or heat level.
Transfer the salsa to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, burritos, or other dishes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.7 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1635 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1897 mg | 40% | |
*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.
