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Easy Salsa Recipe

This Simple Salsa recipe is ready in 10 minutes. The base is tomato sauce and doesn’t call for cooking or the use of a blender. So good!
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 (1/4 cup portions)
Calories 49kcal
Author Ana Frias

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

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 49kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 522mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g