Fresh Salsa
Fresh salsa is something that just can't be beat and this easy fresh salsa recipes ticks every box a great recipe should have! It's got the perfect amount of twang and heat and comes together easier than you might think! Try it once and I can guarantee you'll never go back.
Equipment
- Mixing Spoon
- Large Cookie Sheet
- Garlic Press
- Food Processor
- Sharp Kitchen Knife
- Kitchen Gloves
Ingredients
- 4 c. Tomatoes diced
- 1 Green Bell Pepper
- ½ Large White Onion
- 1-3 Jalapeno Peppers depending on your heat preference
- 1 Cloves Garlic
- 1 C Fresh cilantro Chopped, can be omitted
- sea salt to taste
- 2 tsp Black pepper
- 1 Lime juice only
Instructions
- Wash and core tomatoes if using fresh. Add to food processor. If using canned, drain well into a colander, making sure to reserve the juice.4 c. Tomatoes
- Wash and seed bell pepper. Add to food processor.1 Green Bell Pepper
- Roughly chop onion and with water and allow it to sit for 20-minutes. This makes them less pungent so skip if you prefer a stronger flavor.1/2 Large White Onion
- Drain onions well and add to food processor.
- Broil jalapeno peppers on a cookie sheet for 3-5 minutes or until skins are browned and bubbly. Remove from the oven and remove skins.
- Crush garlic into the tomato mixture.1 Cloves Garlic
- Add peppers and cilantro and stir well to mix.1 C Fresh cilantro
- Cut lime in half and squeeze juice into mixture.
- Pulse in food processor until you reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
- Eat fresh, or freeze or process in a canner to preserve.