This Simple Salsa recipe is ready in 10 minutes or less! I’m not kidding when I say this is the easiest salsa you’ll ever make. Oh and delicious too. The base it’s tomato sauce and doesn’t call for cooking or the use of a blender.
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This one is a crowd pleaser. I promise or your money back, guaranteed lol!
This homemade version is super easy to make, and it tastes far better than any store bought kind. It can be used on anything from eggs in the morning, chips & salsa to grilled chicken at dinnertime.
I must warn you that once you start eating it with chips you won’t be able to stop! Just ask my hubby, if he could he would devour the entire batch in one sitting. Kid you not!
There are times that you don’t feel like fussing with lots of ingredients to make a quick recipe right? Well this one is perfect for those times. There is no cooking, no blending, just put all ingredients in one bowl and you’re good to go!
This salsa is so good you can eat it with anything! I always have some sort of homemade salsa in my fridge in case I get the munchies and eat it with chips. In the morning I love to top my Migas with or tacos for lunch or dinner. Right now I’m into these for the summer Baja Fish Tacos or these Healthy Veggie Tacos.
🩷 xoxo, Ana
**This post was originally published on Jan 2022. It has been updated to be more helpful.
Recipe Notes
| Prep ⏰ | Cook ⏲️ | Rest ⏱️ | Total Time |
| 10 mins | 0 mins | 10 mins |
🍽️ Servings: 1 cup
⭐️ Difficulty: Easy
♥️ What’s to love: Just add a few simple ingredients in a bowl and viola! you just made an easy but super delicious salsa.
🛒 Featured Ingredients: Tomato sauce, cumin powder, salt, redi chili flakes, dried oregano, garlic powder, fresh garlic, lemon juice & white vinegar
**You’ll find the complete recipe and ingredient list in the card at the end.**
How To Make This Easy Salsa
Check out how easy it is to make this so simple salsa recipe…. You know what takes the longest to do? Chopping the garlic clove! Everything else takes no time to put together.
- Start by combining all ingredients in a medium bowl. With a spoon or spatula mix everything well.
- Let stand for 3 hours to allow the flavors to come together.
- Devour!
What to serve with
This homemade salsa is excellent with Tacos or to scoop with Totopos (Tortilla Chips).
It also goes perfect with:
- Migas
- On tortas like Pambazos
- With Taquitos
- On top of Shrimp Tacos
- With Chicken Tinga, etc.
Ana’s Recipe Tips
- Let it sit. The flavors in this salsa get better and better as it sits. I highly recommend making it at least 30 minutes before serving. (It will last for a week in the fridge.)
- Use fresh lemon juice and fresh garlic. Since the salsa is so simple, it’s better to use fresh ingredients for better taste.
- Adjust the spice level. Control the heat by adding adding half of the red crush peppers, taste then add more according to how spicy you like it.
- How To Store:
- Fridge: Store in refrigerator in an airtight container or glass jar for up to 2 weeks. Stir well before using again
- Freezer: Freezing salsa is easier than you think! It’s the perfect way to preserve the fresh taste. Plus, you can enjoy it for up to 4 months
Mexican Salsas To Try:
If you love this easy salsa recipe, try one of these homemade salsas next:
Print recipe:
Easy Salsa Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoon red chili flakes
- ½ teaspoon ground dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 large garlic clove (about 3 teaspoons) - finely minced.
- 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (juice of half a lemon)
- 2 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.
- Let stand for 3 hours to allow the flavors to come together.
- This salsa is excellent with tacos or as a dip for tortilla chips.
Notes
- Let it sit. The flavors in this salsa get better and better as it sits. I highly recommend making it at least 30 minutes before serving. (It will last for a week in the fridge.)
- Use fresh lemon juice and fresh garlic. Since the salsa is so simple, it’s better to use fresh ingredients for better taste.
- Adjust the spice level. Control the heat by adding adding half of the red crush peppers, taste then add more according to how spicy you like it.
- How To Store:
- Fridge: Store in refrigerator in an airtight container or glass jar for up to 2 weeks. Stir well before using again
- Freezer: Freezing salsa is easier than you think! It’s the perfect way to preserve the fresh taste. Plus, you can enjoy it for up to 4 months
Your Private Notes
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Thank you, this receipe saves on my food budget. L Mann
This came out so delicious!!
Great to hear this Monet! Thanks for the review 🙂 xoxo, Ana
Easy Excellent!
Best home made salsa I’ve come across. I cut the red chili flakes amount in half, only because I like a more mild salsa. Also I add a teaspoon of honey to give it slight sweet taste on the palet. I also add a full hand of finely chopped cherry tomatoes to bring up the bulk a bit. Can’t go wrong with this recipe.
I have been craving this style of salsa since I moved from Arizona years ago and finally found one to help with my craving! I added a little more crushed pepper because I wanted it super spicy. SERIOUSLY easy and delicious to make! Thank you!!
This sounds good and I’ll try it tomorrow but is 2 tablespoons of chili flakes to 8 ounces of tomato sauce correct? Sounds like fiery overkill and I like heat.
Hi Sandra! I used 2 tablespoons (not packed) and it has a kick but not too bad actually. Start with one if you like and go from there. My hubby that doesn’t eat too spicy was okay with the amount of heat.
Enjoy!
I don’t know how I feel about salsa without cilantro but I trust your judgement so I’ll give this one a try.
Hehe I hear you about missing the cilantro! It’s one of my staple ingredients but in this case, it does work! Give it a try and let me know 🙂
My husband loves this salsa!!! It reminds him if a tex-mex salsa he gets at a restaurant. So good and easy!
Thanks so much Monica!