Easy Garden Blender Salsa
The ultimate summer dip awaits! This Easy Garden Blender Salsa is a fresh and vibrant blend of tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, perfect for chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes. With its quick prep time and healthy ingredients, it's the ideal choice for any gathering. Make it tonight and savor the flavor!
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium red onion divided
- 1 jalapeño seeded
- 1 lime juice from lime
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 5 Roma or Plum tomatoes halved, seeds removed
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- cilantro about half a bunch
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Take the red onion and slice it in half. You’ll only need half for this recipe, so set the other half aside for later use. The red onion will give your salsa a sweet and slightly tangy flavor, which is essential.
- Next, grab your jalapeño. Carefully cut it in half and remove the seeds if you want a milder salsa. If you love heat, feel free to leave some seeds in! This little pepper will add just the right amount of kick.
- Now, it’s time for the lime. Cut it in half and squeeze out the juice into a bowl. Make sure to remove any seeds that might fall in! The lime juice will brighten up the flavors of your salsa.
- Take your garlic and crush it with the side of your knife, then chop it finely. This will release all the aromatic oils and bring a wonderful flavor to the salsa.
- Now, let’s move on to the tomatoes. Slice each one in half and remove the seeds. This will prevent your salsa from being too watery. After that, chop them into quarters, ready to blend.
- Gather all the prepared ingredients: the red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and garlic. Place them into your blender.
- Add the remaining half of the red onion, the chopped tomatoes, Kosher salt, sugar, and a handful of cilantro into the blender. Don’t skimp on the cilantro; it brings freshness that elevates the whole dish!
- Cover the blender with the lid and pulse the mixture a few times until it reaches your desired consistency. I like a bit of texture, but if you prefer it smoother, just blend longer.
- Once blended, taste your salsa. You can always adjust the seasoning with a little more salt or sugar if needed. This is your salsa, so make it just how you like it!
- For the best flavor, I recommend refrigerating your salsa for a few hours. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully, but you can also serve it immediately if you can’t wait!
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Enjoy your fresh Easy Garden Blender Salsa with chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled chicken.
Notes
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to three days to maintain freshness.