2 Texans Craving Salsa Far from Home

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 13
Tex-Mex style Salsa recipe for two Texans craving salsa far from home
in Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 onion , chopped fine ( Thats almost 1/2 an onion )
1/2 cup fresh cilantro , packed into the measuring cup
28 ounces whole canned tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 lime
2 seeded jalapenos , chopped ( reserve seeds if desired for increasing heat )
cayenne pepper ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
52
Sugar
6g
Fat
0.5g
Texas is known for its delicious Tex-Mex cuisine, and salsa is a staple in any Tex-Mex meal. This salsa recipe is perfect for two Texans craving the taste of home while far away. Made with canned tomatoes, fresh cilantro, onion and jalapenos, this salsa is a quick and easy snack or appetizer that packs a flavorful punch. The addition of chili powder, garlic powder and lime juice gives this salsa a Tex-Mex twist, perfect for any fiesta! Serve it with your favorite tortilla chips or on top of your favorite Tex-Mex dish.

Instructions

1.In a blender, add chopped onion, cilantro, canned tomatoes, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and juice from half of a lime. Pulse blend a few times until all ingredients are combined and tomatoes are crushed.
2.Add chopped jalapenos and pulse blend again until jalapenos are well chopped and ingredients are mixed evenly.
3.Taste the salsa and add any extra salt or lime juice needed. For the heat lovers, sprinkle cayenne pepper over the top and mix in.
4.Serve with tortilla chips or on top of your favorite Tex-Mex dish.

PROS

This salsa recipe is quick, easy and delicious.
It’s perfect for a snack or as an appetizer for your Tex-Mex dinner.
It’s also vegan and gluten-free, which makes it a great option for dietary restrictions.

CONS

Since the salsa is made with canned tomatoes, it may not taste as fresh as salsa made from fresh tomatoes.
The heat level may not be spicy enough for those who love extra hot salsa.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salsa recipe is a healthy option for a snack or appetizer. It’s low in calories and fat, and high in vitamins and minerals. Tomatoes are a great source of vitamin C and potassium, while jalapenos can help boost metabolism and reduce inflammation.

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