Red Salsa Recipe
This easy red salsa comes together in just 10 minutes and is bursting with fresh, bold flavor. Perfect for dipping chips, topping tacos, or adding a zesty kick to your favorite dishes, it’s quick, versatile, and healthier than store-bought!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 24kcal
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes (or 3 Roma tomatoes)
- 1 cup onion
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup hot tomato sauce (or regular tomato sauce)
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Start by gathering your ingredients. Peel and roughly chop the onion. In a food processor, combine the cilantro and about 2/3 cup of the chopped onion. Pulse in short 1-second bursts until everything is nicely and finely chopped.
- Add the diced tomatoes to the food processor. If you like your salsa a little chunky, you can set aside a few diced tomatoes to mix in at the end. Pulse the mixture until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Pour the blended mixture into a serving bowl. Add the remaining finely chopped onions, any remaining fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato sauce (or El Pato), garlic, and a pinch of salt. Stir everything together gently.
- Give your salsa a taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Grab your favorite tortilla chips, tacos, or veggie bowls and dip, scoop, or drizzle. Enjoy every flavorful bite!
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Tips & Suggestions:
I have included step-by-step photos and directions above to ensure your first attempt will be successful.
Fire roasted vs regular Roma tomatoes- Fire roasting will give your salsa a more smoky, richer taste vs. fresh tomatoes. The flavor will be a bit flatter with less depth, unless well-seasoned.
You can buy fire-roasted diced tomatoes in most grocery stores in the canned tomato aisles.
You can also use fresh Roma tomatoes in this recipe and roast them yourself at home! Drain fire-roasted tomatoes from a can to achieve a chunkier salsa consistency. Spice level- I highly recommend El Pato Mexican Style Hot Tomato Sauce found in the Hispanic foods section of grocer if you like a little kick! Add more or less to adjust the flavor to suit your taste preference. Herbs: If you prefer, you can adjust the cilantro amount to taste or even mix in some fresh parsley for a different twist. Reduce sodium: To reduce the amount of sodium in this recipe, consider using garlic powder rather than garlic salt, or simply use less salt. Serving Suggestions
You can also use fresh Roma tomatoes in this recipe and roast them yourself at home! Drain fire-roasted tomatoes from a can to achieve a chunkier salsa consistency. Spice level- I highly recommend El Pato Mexican Style Hot Tomato Sauce found in the Hispanic foods section of grocer if you like a little kick! Add more or less to adjust the flavor to suit your taste preference. Herbs: If you prefer, you can adjust the cilantro amount to taste or even mix in some fresh parsley for a different twist. Reduce sodium: To reduce the amount of sodium in this recipe, consider using garlic powder rather than garlic salt, or simply use less salt. Serving Suggestions
- Scoop with homemade tortilla chips for a classic snack or appetizer
- Spoon over tacos, burritos, or quesadillas
- Add to nachos for extra flavor and freshness
- Stir into rice or grain bowls for a zesty kick
- Serve alongside roasted or grilled veggies
- Top veggie burgers or sandwiches for a flavor boost
- Mix into scrambled tofu or breakfast bowls
- Use as a topping for baked potatoes or sweet potatoes
Nutrition
Serving: 12cup | Calories: 24kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 729mg | Potassium: 156mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 224IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.4mg