Robin's Salsa Recipe

This vibrant Robin's Salsa Fresca is a fiesta in your mouth! Made with fresh, simple ingredients, it's incredibly flavorful and disappears faster than you can say 'extra chips!' Perfect with tortilla chips, or elevate it by sautéing shrimp in the salsa and serving it over rice for a truly special treat. This recipe is quick, easy, and guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 29 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Robin's Salsa

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How to Make Robin's Salsa

  1. Combine 2-3 dried chilis (depending on desired heat), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and ½ teaspoon salt in a blender. Blend into a powder.
  2. Drain the juice from 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes and add the solids to the blender.
  3. Add 2 cloves garlic to the blender.
  4. Roughly chop ½ cup of green onions and add them to the blender.
  5. Add the drained tomatoes to the blender.
  6. Blend until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or chili powder to your preference.
  7. For the shrimp option: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan. Add 1 pound of shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes until pink. Stir in the salsa and cook for another minute until heated through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Robin's Salsa?

Robin's Salsa takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Robin's Salsa?

Robin's Salsa has approximately 29 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Robin's Salsa?

The key ingredients for Robin's Salsa are Whole Canned Tomatoes, Dried Red Chili Peppers, Green Onions, Fresh Cilantro, Ground Cumin, Garlic Clove. See the full list with measurements above.

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