Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa Recipe

Craving fresh, vibrant salsa with a restaurant-quality texture? This recipe delivers! Unlike chunky jarred salsas, this easy food processor salsa boasts a smooth, yet lively consistency. Easily adjust the heat level to your preference by controlling the type and amount of peppers. This recipe yields a medium heat salsa, perfect for dipping chips, topping tacos, or adding a zing to your favorite dishes. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 282.9 kcal

Protein 24g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa

1 pound Roma tomatoes
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 cloves garlic
Jalapeno Peppers
1/2 medium red onion, roughly chopped
Limes, Juice Of
Fresh Cilantro
Fresh Ground Pepper
1/4 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt

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How to Make Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa

Add 4 cloves garlic and 2 jalapeños (seeded and roughly chopped for less heat, or leave seeds in for more heat) to a food processor. Pulse 5-7 times until coarsely chopped.
Core and roughly chop 1 pound of Roma tomatoes. Place in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until skins begin to loosen. Remove skins.
Add 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) to the food processor. Pulse 3-4 times until combined.
Add 1/2 medium red onion, roughly chopped, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro to the food processor. Pulse 2-3 times until the onion reaches your desired consistency. (Important: Add onion last to prevent over-processing!)
Optional: To remove any metallic taste from the fresh tomatoes and enhance the overall flavor, transfer the salsa to a non-reactive saucepan and cook over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
For the best flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Even better overnight!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa?

Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa?

Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa has approximately 282.9 calories per serving, with about 24 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa?

The key ingredients for Leah's Easy Food Processor Salsa are Roma Tomatoes, Diced Tomatoes, Garlic Cloves, Jalapeno Peppers, Onion, Limes, Juice Of. See the full list with measurements above.