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5 Minute Salsa

by Donya Mullins May 1, 2014 4 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

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Loaded with tomatoes and just the right amount of spice, this salad is made in just 5 minutes. This restaurant-style salsa is perfect with chips and perfect for tacos, nachos or anytime you want a savory kick.
Five Minute Salsa


 
Several years ago a good friend gave me this salsa recipe to try.  He raved about how delicious it was and being that he’s such a good cook, I trusted him.   Then I saw the name – 5 Minute Salsa, are you kidding?
 
Well…just pass the chips because this salsa really only takes about 5 minutes to make and it’s awesome!  There’s a couple of different ways to make it, substituting ingredients you might already have in your pantry.
 
 
I like to use either fresh jalapeño or canned chipotle chiles in adobo which give a rich, spicy taste.  You can also use lemon or lime juice depending on what’s on hand or on sale.  Just dump the ingredients into your food processor or blender and you’ve got fresh salsa in 5 minutes.
 
Five Minute Salsa

This is my all time favorite salsa to make whether you use fresh or canned tomatoes. I also LOVE fresh pineapple salsa which is perfect for dipping or as a topping for fish and chicken. Whatever salsa you like, it’s always a welcome site when it’s time to party!

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5 Minute Salsa

Author: Donya Mullins
Course: Extras
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 2
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Salsa really can be as easy as 5 minutes.

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • ½ small jalapeño chili or ½ chipotle chili in adobo sauce – minced
  • ¼ small red onion – roughly chopped
  • 1 small garlic clove – minced
  • 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro or parsley leaves
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of ground pepper
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lime or lemon juice
  • 2 small ripe tomatoes – cored and roughly chopped (1 14 oz can of diced, drained tomatoes can be used)

Instructions

  • Pulse all ingredients EXCEPT tomatoes in a food processor until minced. Scrap down side of bowl.
  • Add tomatoes and pulse until roughly chopped – about 2 to 3 pulses.
  • Makes about 1 cup
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  1. Marye

    July 17, 2017 at 2:09 am

    Oh I love a good salsa but one that can be made in 5 minutes is a keeper for sure!

    Reply
    • Donya

      July 17, 2017 at 7:31 pm

      You’ve got that right, Marye! I’ve had this recipe for years and it’s always a hit.
      Thanks for stopping by.
      XO,
      ~Donya

      Reply
  2. Rose Molloy

    May 2, 2014 at 5:57 am

    Thank you so much, I have been looking for a good salsa recipe, and I think this is it. Pinned and printed thanks Rosemary @anitalianinmykitchen.com

    Reply
    • Donya Mullins

      May 2, 2014 at 11:41 am

      You are welcome Rose. I've been using this recipe for years and just love it. Let me know what you think!
      xo,
      ~Donya

      Reply

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