Chili's Copycat Salsa Recipe by Todd Wilbur
Bring the bold, zesty flavors of your favorite restaurant straight to your kitchen with Todd Wilbur's Chili's Copycat Salsa Recipe! Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make salsa combines pantry staples like canned tomatoes and diced green chilies with fresh ingredients like jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice for a vibrant and addictive dip that rivals the original. Perfectly balanced with a touch of cumin, garlic, and a hint of sweetness, this homemade salsa can be customized to your preferred texture—smooth or chunky. Ideal for serving with crunchy tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos and nachos, this crowd-pleaser will quickly become a household favorite. Plus, it keeps well in the fridge for days, making it perfect for meal prep or last-minute gatherings!
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Ingredients
- 14.5 oz Canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 10 oz Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Ro-Tel)
- 1 medium Jalapeño, seeded
- 0.25 small Yellow onion
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Sugar
- 0.25 tsp Ground cumin
Directions
Step 1
Drain the canned whole peeled tomatoes, reserving about 1/4 cup of the juice.
Step 2
In a food processor or blender, combine the drained tomatoes, reserved tomato juice, and the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies.
Step 3
Add the seeded jalapeño, yellow onion, fresh cilantro, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, sugar, and ground cumin to the blender.
Step 4
Pulse the mixture a few times to achieve your desired consistency. Blend longer for a smoother salsa or pulse gently for a chunky texture.
Step 5
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, lime juice, or cilantro as desired.
Step 6
Transfer the salsa to a bowl and let it sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7
Serve with tortilla chips for dipping or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or nachos. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (773.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 192.8 |
| Total Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2573.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.7g | |
| Protein 6.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 138.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1283.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories