Homemade Salsa Recipes

Easy Homemade Salsa Recipe
Makes about 1 1/2 cups

1 15.5 ounce can diced tomatoes, well drained

1 large jalapeño (or to taste), minced

2-3 green onions, white part only, sliced

1 large garlic clove, minced

Juice of one lime

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. Let stand for 1 hour at room temperature to allow flavors to meld

Green Chile and Cilantro Salsa
Makes about 2/3 cup

1 jalepeno chile, seeded and coarsely chopped

1 large bunch cilantro, washed and stems removed, coarsely chopped

3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Juice of 1 lime

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Salt and ground black pepper to taste

In a food processor, add 1/4 cup water and the olive oil. Add the chile, cilantro and garlic. Puree until creamy. Stir in the lime juice, cumin and salt. Taste and correct the seasonings

For a more traditional Salsa Verde, chop ingredients by hand for a chunkier texture. Add a tablespoon or two of water and stir. Use as a dip or on sandwiches or cooked vegetables

Easy Mango Salsa Recipe
About 2 cups

mango salsa 2 cups mango (fresh or jarred), diced

1/2 small red onion, finely diced

1 Serrano chile, seeded and minced

1/4 cup fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, basil, oregano, chopped

1 teaspoon olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Large pinch of salt

In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients. Allow to stand for 45 minutes before serving to mellow the flavor. Taste and adjust seasonings

These homemade salsa recipes have many uses. They are much fresher and tastier then store bought. Try with beans dishes, eggs, burgers, sandwiches, potatoes and seafood. Easy, quick and so much flavor.