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5-Minute Blender Salsa

A fresh, chunky salsa made entirely in a blender in 5 minutes. No chopping, no cooking—just pulse and serve.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 35
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium ripe Roma tomatoes about 1 pound
  • 1/2 medium white onion roughly chopped
  • 1 jalapeño stem removed, seeds and membranes left in for heat (or removed for milder)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro packed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice from about 1 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 small garlic clove roughly chopped

Equipment

  • Blender (standard or immersion)
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • mixing bowl
  • rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Core the Roma tomatoes and cut them into quarters. No need to peel or seed.
  2. Add the tomato quarters, chopped onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, cumin, and garlic to the blender jar.
  3. Pulse the blender in short bursts—about 5 to 6 pulses of 1 second each. Do not run continuously. Scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula.
  4. Check the texture after pulsing. The salsa should be chunky, with visible pieces of tomato and onion. If you prefer it finer, pulse 2 to 3 more times.
  5. Transfer the salsa to a bowl. Taste and adjust salt or lime juice. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving—the flavors meld and deepen.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

Storage: Keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before serving as liquid will separate.
Serving ideas: With tortilla chips, over tacos, on grilled chicken or fish, or as a topping for scrambled eggs.
Allergen note: This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free. For specific dietary needs, consult a qualified professional.
Safety: Use a cutting board with a damp towel underneath to prevent slipping when chopping the jalapeño. Wash hands thoroughly after handling chiles.
Common mistake: Do not over-blend or run the blender continuously—that creates a watery puree. Pulse only.