Homemade Salsa Recipe (Restaurant-Style Salsa)
Learn to make the best homemade Restaurant-style salsa! Fire-roasted tomatoes loaded with cilantro, jalapenos, garlic, and lemon, an easy salsa recipe that is bursting with flavors.
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Servings 8 servings
Ingredients
- 14.5 oz canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves quartered
- 1 cup cilantro lightly packed
- 1 Tbsp canned jalapenos diced
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients for the salsa to a food processor or blender.14.5 oz canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 2 Tbsp lemon juice, 3 garlic cloves, quartered, 1 cup cilantro, lightly packed, 1 Tbsp canned jalapenos, diced, ½ tsp salt
- Pulse for 5-10 second intervals until the salsa reaches your desired consistency. (For a chunkier salsa, pulse just a few times. For a smoother restaurant-style salsa, blend longer until smooth.)
- Taste and adjust as needed, adding more salt for flavor or jalapenos for extra heat.
- Transfer the salsa to a jar, container or serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours before serving, allowing the flavors to enhance. (For the best flavor, chill overnight.)
- Serve with your favorite tortilla chips and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6-7 days.