Even though this quick and Easy Salsa Recipe is made in just 5 minutes, it still magically disappears as fast as you can make it! And let me tell you… it’s one outrageous chip dipping temptation! Who knew it was SO easy to make restaurant-style salsa at home? It will become your zesty bestie, so have plenty of chips handy!
One of my favorite parts about eating out are those amazing hot chips and salsa they bring out while you’re waiting for your meal.
They are completely irresistible!
Seriously, how can you possibly resist those gorgeous baskets loaded up with piping hot chips and deliriously good salsa? I don’t even bother trying anymore. It’s just better to give in and enjoy every last salsa soaked chip!
Of course such a divine temptation absolutely deserves to be enjoyed at home. That’s where this fresh and sassy salsa comes in!
Susan writes: "This is an AMAZING recipe, I make it all the time"
To start, this blended salsa recipe is a CINCH to make at home. With hardly any ingredients and just a few minutes of prep… your kitchen blender takes over and does the rest. Then, just put it in a bowl and you’re ready to go!
Just make sure you’ve got LOTS of chips handy… because once you start dipping it’s really hard to stop!
Trust me, it will have your family and friends raving and begging for more! Just like when you make my fresh El Pico de Gallo, fruity Mango Pineapple Salsa, and fabulous Corn Salsa Chipotle copycat.
Not so sadly, this wildly delicious salsa has thoroughly ruined me. It’s one of my favorite Homemade Salsa Recipes and I can’t even imagine going back to store-bought jars of salsa again.
And after you make this blender salsa recipe for yourself, you’ll know exactly what I mean…
What Makes Restaurant Salsa Different?
Restaurant salsa is largely smooth in texture and full of fresh, vibrant flavors.
To create one of the best restaurant Copycat Recipes for salsa at home, you’ll want to use a blender or food processor to duplicate that smooth consistency.
Then use fresh cilantro and onions to add the fresh flavors you’re craving.
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Pin ItWhat Is Homemade Salsa Made Of?
This easy salsa recipe made requires only 6 easy ingredients…
- Mexican Style Stewed Tomatoes – This is the base for your easy salsa recipe.
- Ro-Tel – Diced Tomatoes + Green Chilies.
- Garlic – For a fresh and savory splash of flavor.
- Green Onions – For a mild, sweet onion flavor.
- Fresh Cilantro – Just like I use with my Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe Chipotle copycat.
- White Onion – Infuses sassy onion goodness into your salsa.
Of course if you want to prepare salsa in a blender, you’ll need a good quality kitchen blender or food processor to get the job done.
How to Make This Easy Salsa Recipe
Like all of my easy Chip Dip Recipes, it’s actually SO simple to make this easy salsa sauce recipe!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Chop your onions.
2. Then add your salsa ingredients to a blender or food processor.
3. Blend the salsa per the instructions in the easy salsa recipe card below, then transfer your salsa mixture to a medium mixing bowl before finishing the last step.
Then… grab some chips and get busy, because this 5 minute salsa is too good to wait for!
Believe me, blender salsa recipes don’t get any simpler or tastier than this easy salsa recipe!
Scroll down for the printable easy salsa recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Storage Tips
When your chips run out, you can store the leftovers from this salsa blender recipe in the fridge of freezer.
In the refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
In the freezer: Store in a freezer-safe container, leaving a little room for expansion, up to 3 months.
Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this easy salsa recipe…
B. writes: “This stuff it is so good! Hard to stop eating.”
Sue writes: “This is my absolute favorite!”
Silvia writes: “The fresh flavors in this salsa are beyond words”
Joan writes: “This never disappoints”
Kyla writes: “Yum! So much better than a restaurant. Love how easy this is to make, too!”
Nicole writes: “So easy & delicious!”
Rebecca writes: “Love this recipe! So good! Such an easy classic recipe! Definitely better when it’s homemade.”
Kim writes: “This is the best!! So delishhhh”
Susan writes: “This is an AMAZING recipe, I make it all the time”
Lisa writes: “Homemade is always better!!!”
Jenna writes: “Perfect for cinco de Mayo or taco night!!”
Melinda writes: “It’s really good and you can add/subtract things to your taste. We like spicy here. It does not taste like jarred at all. It tastes fresh. It’s better after it sits a bit to let the flavors meld.”
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Easy Salsa Recipe
Ingredients
- 29 ounces Mexican Style Stewed Tomatoes , (2 cans, 14.5 oz. each)
- 10 ounces Original Ro-Tel*
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 3 Green Onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro
- ½ small White Onion, finely chopped
Instructions
- Combine all of your easy salsa recipe ingredients (excluding the Ro-Tel) in a Food Processor or Blender and pulse until well blended.
- Transfer mixture from blender into medium bowl, then gently stir in Ro-Tel with a large spoon.
- Storage Tip: Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container up to 3 days.
- Freezer Tip: Store in the freezer in a freezer-safe container, leaving a little room for expansion, up to 3 months.
Notes
- Spicy Salsa Variation: *If you like spicy salsa, Hot Ro-Tel can be substituted for Original in this easy salsa recipe.
- FAQ’s: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations about this easy salsa recipe, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
Like this recipe? Rate & comment below!A BIG thanks to my sweet friend Kristee for sharing this delicious, easy recipe!
I’ve been looking for a restaurant-style salsa recipe that I can make at home, and this is it! I love that it’s an easy blender recipe because it saves so much prep time. The addition of Mexican-style stewed tomatoes really gives it that authentic flavor. Perfect for our next taco night!
It really is so perfect for taco night. The fresh flavors are sure to give your tacos a most delicious upgrade!
Oh I have eaten more baskets of chips + salsa at Mexican restaurants than I care to admit! I love that salsa. And I love how easy it is to make at home, too. 5 minutes!? Yes, please! That’s a really fun idea to gift jars of this salsa, too. I’ll have to grab an extra bag (or 3) of tortilla chips at the store this week!
I definitely recommend having the extra chips on hand. You are going to need them! 🙂
Salsa made at home is so much better than store bought. I love the simplicity of these recipes, with varied outcomes. I love mine mild, with just a hint of spice, so this is great. The watermelon salsa is so good, too!
I agree… nothing beats a good homemade salsa! 🙂
I love that I can save money and make my own healthier version! Thanks for the recipe.
You’re very welcome, Rebecca… you won’t believe how fast and easy it is to make, too!
What is Mexican style tomatoes?
Hi Twyla ~ they are basically just stewed tomatoes with some added seasonings and flavors like garlic, cumin, and jalapenos. If you can’t find them at your store, you could just use original stewed tomatoes and add in a bit of garlic powder and ground cumin, and some diced jalapenos if you’d like a little heat. Hope that helps! 🙂
This salsa sounds and looks amazing! I love how it’s easily made in a food processor and takes little time. Thank you for sharing this!
Thanks so much, Christie… using a blender or food processor really makes it such a breeze to make! 🙂
I made this at work with seniors and it’s so good! I was curious…if I were to put some in little jars for gifts (to be refrigerated), what the shelf time would be?
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! As far as storage goes, you can store in the refrigerator in an airtight container up to 3 days… or store in the freezer in a freezer-safe container, leaving a little room for expansion, up to 3 months.
Hi! I’m wondering if anyone knows the nutritional facts for this recipe. I LOVE this salsa and would like to make a jar for a friend, but she has very restricted caloric intake right now. If it’s healthy enough, she would love a delicious salsa for her otherwise dull diet!! 🙂 Thanks!
This is great to freeze…just make sure there are no big chunks. I don’t care for cooked, canned salsa and after this thaws it tastes like it was just made!
It really does freeze beautifully!