Mom's Salsa

Bursting with fresh, zesty flavors, Mom's Salsa is a quick and easy homemade recipe that will take your chip-dipping game to the next level. Made with ripe Roma tomatoes, spicy jalapeños, fragrant cilantro, and a hint of smoky paprika, this 15-minute no-cook salsa is brimming with vibrant textures and robust flavors. Perfectly balanced with a squeeze of lime and a dash of cumin, this versatile salsa pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or even as a topping for eggs. Whether you like it chunky or silky-smooth, this customizable recipe delivers bold, authentic taste in every bite. Ideal for parties, game days, or casual snacking, Mom's Salsa is a fresh, flavorful classic you'll love making again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 medium Roma tomatoes
• 2 medium Jalapeño peppers
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Cilantro leaves
• 1 medium Lime
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the Roma tomatoes and jalapeño peppers under cold water, then pat them dry.

Step 2

Chop the Roma tomatoes into quarters and remove the cores. Place them in a food processor or blender.

Step 3

Remove the stems from the jalapeños. If you prefer less spice, slice them open and remove the seeds and membranes. Add them to the food processor.

Step 4

Peel and roughly chop the red onion and garlic cloves. Add these to the food processor with the tomatoes and jalapeños.

Step 5

Rinse the cilantro thoroughly, then remove any large stems. Add the cilantro leaves to the food processor.

Step 6

Cut the lime in half and juice it directly into the food processor, making sure to catch any seeds.

Step 7

Add the salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and smoked paprika (if using) to the food processor.

Step 8

Pulse the mixture several times until the salsa reaches your desired consistency. For a chunky salsa, pulse fewer times; for a smoother salsa, process for a bit longer.

Step 9

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning as needed. You can add more salt, lime juice, or even an extra jalapeño for more heat.

Step 10

Transfer the salsa to a bowl and let it sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(847.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	214.4

Total Fat 2.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2504.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.1g
Protein 11.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.3mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2565.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.5%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 73.2%