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!
You forgot to add the Lime Juice. Add 2 Tbsp of lime juice. Also use Jalepenos either fresh or from the can sliced very small depending upon how how you like it. Experiment with a Tbsp at a time. Use the canned Petite tomatoes instead.
That sounds like a delicious addition!
I’m Canadian…and have no idea what Ro-Tel is for making the
salsa. Can someone please give me some idea as to what this is.
Thanks
Sandy
Hi Sandy,
Ro-Tel is a brand of Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies added. If you can’t find Ro-Tel, you can just use a 10 oz. can of Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies. Hope that helps! 😉
~ Heidi
Hi! I make a similar recipe, except I like mine a little chunky. So I put everything in a pot and simmer it on the stove for a while. It gives it a really good flavor and softens up the onions. Then I just let it cool, put it in jars, and put in the fridge.
P.s. I love your site Heidi!
Ooh ~ that sounds yummy, Chrissy! 😉
~ Heidi
By the way I double the Salsa recipe and I do freeze it. It works just fine!!
Thank you sooo much for posting this recipe. I have made it several times and tweek it a little more each time. It is so good! I love your site, and the recipe section is by far my favorite, thanks for all you do!
Aww… you’re so sweet! Thank you for the kind words, and I’m so glad you’re enjoying the easy recipes!
I’m wondering if this recipe can be canned. How would I go about doing that? Would the ingredients need to be boiled before going into the jars for sterilization? Or would the hot water bath do that? Please help! I love this recipe and would like to make it in bulk and can, but I’m a beginner-canner and am not sure. Thanks!
Hi Katie ~ This recipe wasn’t designed to be a canning recipe, as it doesn’t have the increased acid (like lemon juice, etc.) However, it freezes beautifully, and you can store it in the freezer in a freezer-safe container, leaving a little room for expansion, for up to 3 months.
Love your site! Today I have made the Freezer Jam and the Salsa!
I am wondering…can you freezer the Salsa as you would the Jam?
Hi Gwen ~ I’m so glad you’re enjoying the easy recipes! This salsa freezes beautifully, and you can store it in the freezer in a freezer-safe container, leaving a little room for expansion, for up to 3 months.
Thanks Kristee. 🙂
A BIG thanks! This salsa is ridiculously delicious!
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I’m so glad you’re enjoying the blog!
I make my own salsa with a can chili ready diced tomatoes and a can of Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with lime juice & cilantro and Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with habaneros ( hot!!) OR Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies. I add chopped garlic ( I used 2 cloves). The Ro-Tel are the 10 oz size and the chili ready is a 14.5 oz can.
That sounds delicious!