D’s famous salsa recipe starts with canned stewed tomatoes for bold, consistent flavor year-round. This quick blender salsa is a fantastic gift, game-day dip, or weeknight condiment — ready in minutes and vibrant with cilantro and lime.
Prep Time: 10 mins • Total Time: 10 mins • Servings: 16 • Yield: ~4 cups
Ingredients
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans stewed tomatoes
- ½ small onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup canned diced green chiles (mild or hot, to taste)
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of ½ lime
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt (adjust to taste)
Directions
Step 1
Place the stewed tomatoes, diced onion, green chiles, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and salt into a blender or food processor.
Step 2
Pulse on low briefly until you reach your desired consistency — a few quick pulses for chunky salsa or longer for smooth salsa. Taste and adjust salt or lime as needed.
Step 3
Transfer salsa to a bowl, chill 20–30 minutes to let flavors marry, then serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
Cook’s Note
Canned stewed tomatoes give depth and body; if you prefer a fresher profile, substitute one can with 2 cups chopped ripe tomatoes and reduce cooking time. For extra heat add an extra chile or a splash of hot sauce.
How to Store
Refrigerate salsa in an airtight container up to 5 days. Freeze in small portions up to 2 months (note texture changes slightly after thawing).
Nutrition Facts (per 1/4 cup approx.)
Calories 16 • Total Fat 0g • Sodium 283mg • Carbohydrate 4g • Fiber 1g • Protein 1g • Vitamin C 7mg