Salsa adds a kick to your meals, but it's also incredibly easy to make. With just five simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious salsa jalapeno recipe in no time. This recipe is one of our family favorites. We enjoy it every time my husband’s family gets together. And don’t forget to scroll down to see what chips you HAVE to serve with this recipe!
From tamales to salad and even guacamole my teen girls have been learning to make some authentic recipes. This salsa jalapeno recipe tastes amazing with some Don Julio lightly seasoned chips. For dessert, we love finishing our meal with some mango sno cones!
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Ingredients
It takes just 5 ingredients to make this recipe. You will need to grab:
- Roma tomatoes
- Yellow onion
- Jalapeno
- Cilantro
- Lime
Instructions
- Wash the jalapeño peppers and tomatoes thoroughly.
- Peel and chop the onion. Chop the cilantro
- Remove the stems from the jalapeños and roughly chop them.
- Cut the tomatoes into bite sized pieces.
- Mix together all ingredients. You can also put them in a blender and pulse blend until your desired consistency is reached.
- Taste the salsa and add any salt and pepper or garlic powder if needed.
Substitutions
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- Lettuce - instead of ice berg lettuce, you can use romaine lettuce or spinach
- Bun - use gluten free buns instead of white bread buns to make this gluten free
- Vegetarian - the beef hamburger can be replaced with a plant-based burger to make this vegetarian
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Substitutions
This recipe is perfect for serving to almost anyone! It's vegan, gluten free and dairy free!
Serving
There are many ways you can enjoy this salsa jalapeno recipe! Enjoy it with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or any other dish that could use a spicy kick.
Storage
Homemade salsa can typically be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Make sure to store it in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
FAQ
Absolutely! The level of spiciness in the salsa depends on the number of jalapeños you use and whether you include the seeds and membranes. For a milder salsa, remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños before blending. If you prefer it extra spicy, leave them in or add an extra jalapeño.
While fresh tomatoes are preferred for their flavor and texture, you can use canned tomatoes as a substitute if fresh ones aren't available. Just be sure to drain any excess liquid from the canned tomatoes before blending.
If you find the salsa too acidic for your taste, you can balance it out by adding a pinch of sugar. Start with a small amount and adjust to your liking.
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5 Ingredient Salsa Jalapeno Recipe
Equipment
- blender or food processor optional
Ingredients
- 4 whole roma tomatoes
- ½ yellow or white onion
- 1-2 jalapenos
- ½ bunch cilantro
- 2 whole limes juiced
Instructions
- Rinse the jalapeño peppers and tomatoes under running water to ensure they are clean.
- Peel and dice the onion, and chop the cilantro finely.
- Deseed the jalapeños and roughly chop them.
- Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine all the prepared ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Optionally, blend the ingredients in a blender until you achieve your preferred consistency.
- Taste the salsa and season with salt, pepper, or garlic powder according to your preference.
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So good! Turns our perfect everytime!