Fresh and Easy 5-Minute Salsa
This easy salsa is bursting with bright, fresh flavor and comes together in just under 5-minutes to make a rich and addictive dip that you will find yourself going back to chip after chip!
Servings: 3
Calories: 32kcal
Equipment
- (Mini) Food Processor or blender
Ingredients
- ½ lb. tomatoes plum, roma, vine or beefsteak - skins removed
- 2-3 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 med red onion
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1-2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 jalapenos deseeded for less spice or 5-6 pickled slices
- 1/2 tsp Himalayan salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp raw cane sugar to taste
Instructions
- To the cup of a food processor or blender add all your ingredients in.½ lb. tomatoes, 2-3 tbsp tomato paste, 2 cloves garlic, 1/4 med red onion, 3 tbsp fresh parsley, 1-2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 jalapenos, 1/2 tsp Himalayan salt, 1/2 tsp raw cane sugar
- Cover and pulse until all ingredients are fully broken down and combined but still chunky with a little body to it.
- Let your salsa rest for an hour (then taste and adjust your seasoning and flavoring if needed) or as long as overnight for the best results.
- Store in an airtight preferably glass jar or container for up to 5 days in the fridge or in airtight zip lock bags or containers in the freezer for up to 4mths.
Notes
- This salsa's serving size varies depending on its use. As a side or topping 2 tbsp (1 oz) is the serving size, if it's the main for a dish like salsa and chips, then 1/2 cup (4 oz) is the recommended serving size.
- The nutritional information is calculated based on a serving size of 1/2 cup. - This recipe makes about 3 servings.
- See the post for details on how best to peel your tomatoes, and some tips and tricks for your making the best possible salsa.