Ranchero Salsa Recipe

Spice up your life with this vibrant Ranchero Salsa! Perfect for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or adding a zesty kick to your favorite Mexican dishes. This recipe delivers a delicious blend of fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños for an unforgettable flavor explosion. Easy to make and bursting with fresh ingredients, this salsa is a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 33 mins
Calories 38.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ranchero Salsa

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How to Make Ranchero Salsa

  1. Finely chop 1.5 lbs ripe tomatoes.
  2. Finely chop 1/2 medium white onion.
  3. Mince 2-3 jalapeños, removing seeds for less heat (or leave them in for extra spice!).
  4. Chop 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro.
  5. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
  6. Add 1/4 cup lime juice.
  7. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin.
  8. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste.
  9. Adjust seasoning to your preference, adding more jalapeño for extra heat or more lime juice for acidity.
  10. Mix well and let the flavors meld for at least 15 minutes before serving for the best taste. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

1g

Carbs

1g