How to Make Simple Spicy Salsa - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy salsa is a classic condiment that adds a burst of flavor to any dish. Whether you’re dipping tortilla chips, spooning it over tacos, or using it as a topping for grilled chicken, a good salsa can take a meal from ordinary to extraordinary. And the best part? It’s incredibly easy to make at home.

This simple spicy salsa recipe is the perfect combination of tangy, spicy, and fresh. With just a handful of ingredients and a few quick pulses in the food processor, you can whip up a b...

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Ingredients

  • 1 jalapeno pepper, or more to taste
  • 1 serrano pepper
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
  • ½ white onion, coarsely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Poke a few holes into the jalapeno and serrano peppers and drop into the boiling water. Reduce heat to medium and boil for 15 minutes. Drain.
  • Cut stems off peppers and place into a food processor with diced tomatoes and their juice, onion, and garlic. Pulse several times to your desired texture. Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in salt. If desired, cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Nutrition

    50 cal.

    • Sodium: 599mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 71mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 281mg