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The Best Homemade Salsa

Fresh homemade salsa made with simple ingredients that's better than store-bought. It only takes 5 minutes to make and can be used for dipping or as a topping. Keto, Whole30, Paleo, and Gluten-Free. 
Prep Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer/Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: best homemade salsa, homemade salsa, how to make homemade salsa
Method: No Cook
Servings: 20 servings (5 cups)
Author: Ashley McCrary

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe tomatoes cored and quartered
  • 1 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/2 onion quartered
  • 1/2 cup cilantro
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 3 garlic cloves peeled
  • 1 jalapeño chopped (seeds removed, optional)

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse in 2-second bursts until all ingredients are finely chopped. Pulse until desired consistency. 
  • Serve with sliced veggies, tortilla chips, or pork rinds. 
  • Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Salsa always tastes best after it's been refrigerated for a few hours. If time allows, I recommend letting the flavors marinate together before serving.