Bursting with bold, zesty flavors, this quick and easy Rotel Salsa is a must-try for your next gathering or snack session. This no-cook recipe combines the vibrant kick of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, fresh cilantro, garlic, and a hint of lime for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The addition of jalapeño brings just the right amount of heat, while ground cumin and a pinch of sugar balance the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile salsa is perfect for dipping tortilla chips, elevating tacos, or spooning over grilled meats. Make it your own by choosing your desired consistency—chunky for a rustic feel or smooth for a velvety finish. Quick, fresh, and delicious, this homemade salsa is proof that simple ingredients can create sensational results!
Drain one can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies while leaving the liquid in the other can.
In a food processor or blender, combine the drained and undrained Rotel tomatoes, fresh cilantro, onion (cut into quarters), garlic cloves, and the seeded and diced jalapeño pepper.
Squeeze the juice of one lime into the mixture.
Add salt, ground cumin, and sugar to the blender.
Pulse the mixture several times until you reach your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse less; for a smoother salsa, pulse more.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice as desired.
Transfer the salsa to a bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips, or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Calories |
185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2849 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1211 mg | 26% | |
*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.