The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home Recipe

Tired of jarred salsa that just doesn't cut it? Discover the secret to restaurant-quality salsa with this unbelievably simple 4-ingredient recipe! Inspired by our favorite local Mexican restaurant (they posted their recipe!), this addictive salsa is so easy to make, you'll never buy store-bought again. Forget complicated recipes and endless ingredients – this one delivers bold, fresh flavor in just minutes. Get ready for the BEST homemade salsa you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 257.3 kcal
Protein 26g
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Ingredients for The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home

  • 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained and 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup lime juice

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How to Make The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home

  1. Roughly chop the tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
  3. Add the lime juice and stir gently to combine.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
  5. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or your favorite Mexican dishes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

94 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

1g

Carbs

19g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home?

The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home?

The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home has approximately 257.3 calories per serving, with about 26 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home?

The key ingredients for The Best Restaurant Salsa Made At Home are Crushed Tomatoes, Pickled Jalapeno Pepper, Salt, Garlic Powder, 1/2 large onion, chopped, 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro. See the full list with measurements above.

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