On the Border Salsa

Bring the vibrant and zesty flavors of your favorite Tex-Mex restaurant straight to your kitchen with this irresistible "On the Border Salsa" recipe. Packed with the bold freshness of Roma tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice, combined with a subtle kick from jalapeños and the robust depth of cumin, this salsa strikes a perfect balance of bright and smoky notes. The addition of canned diced tomatoes with green chilies adds an extra layer of flavor and texture, making it perfect for tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, and more. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile, no-cook recipe is perfect for casual snacking or spicing up your next fiesta. Whip up this homemade salsa and taste the difference of scratch-made goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 1 medium-sized Yellow onion
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 pieces Fresh jalapeños
• 0.5 cups Cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 14-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies

Directions

Step 1

Start by roughly chopping the Roma tomatoes, yellow onion, and jalapeños. Remove the seeds from the jalapeños for a milder salsa, or leave them in if you prefer more heat.

Step 2

Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Add the fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, jalapeños, canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, cilantro, lime juice, salt, ground cumin, and sugar to a food processor or blender.

Step 4

Pulse the mixture in the food processor or blender until you reach your desired salsa consistency. For a chunky texture, pulse sparingly; for a smoother salsa, process longer.

Step 5

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, lime juice, or cilantro to suit your preferences.

Step 6

Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and let it sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or any dish of your choice. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1077.1 grams (1077.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	246

Total Fat 2.00g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3177mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 52.40g	19%
Dietary Fiber 16.80g	60%
Total Sugars 27.70g
Protein 10.50g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 236mg	18%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 2460mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.7%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 77.7%