The Best Salsa Ever - Restaurant-Style Blender Salsa

This homemade blender salsa is the BEST salsa! This has been my family's go-to salsa recipe for years. With a few simple ingredients, you get such a flavorful salsa recipe that goes with all your favorite foods. 

You'll love this blender salsa

It's seriously the BEST salsa. This is the BEST blender salsa. It is packed with so much fresh flavor, once you make this you won't want to make any homemade salsa recipe again.

It's easy to make. It's so easy to whip up as a last-minute appetizer recipe, if you're looking to make it for taco night, or as an easy snack to keep around the house. You won't want to buy a store-bought salsa again.

It's customizable. You can make this easy salsa recipe as spicy or mild as you want! Plus there are some other fun variations to this restaurant style salsa I share below so you can make this salsa the way you want to make it. 

Ingredients

Canned Tomatoes. I prefer to use canned tomatoes, I recommend using either a can of whole tomatoes or diced tomatoes. You can also use fresh tomatoes, I recommend using roma tomatoes if you're using fresh because they have fewer seeds.

Cilantro. You must use fresh cilantro for fresh homemade salsa! The flavor of fresh versus dried cilantro is just so much better. 

Fresh Garlic. Fresh garlic is a must to add great flavor to this easy homemade salsa. If you don't have fresh garlic, you can always use granulated, too. I recommend using 2 teaspoon of granulated garlic to start and you can always add more. 

Yellow Onion. You can use yellow onion, red onion, or white onion for this recipe. 

Ground Cumin. Ground cumin is a must! I recommend always having ground cumin in your spice cabinet. 

Chili Powder. I like to add chili powder for a it of spice and smokiness. It's a great way to add a dimension of flavor that takes this delicious salsa to the next level.

Salt. You are going to need more salt than you typically use. Canned tomatoes require lots of salt when you're making a recipe with them. 

Pepper. To round it out, I recommend adding a couple pinches of black pepper to the mix. 

How to make blender salsa

When I say this is an easy blender salsa recipe, this is SUCH an easy blender salsa recipe!

1. Add all your ingredients into a blender, and blend until smooth.
2. Taste test and adjust to your liking.
3. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!

Note:​ If you prefer a chunkier salsa, don't blend until smooth. Give it a few pulses and you'll have the perfect chunky salsa. 

Storing blender salsa

Store your homemade salsa in an airtight container in the fridge for 5-7 days. 

Substitutions and variations

Peppers. If you want a spicy salsa, you can add a jalapeño pepper.

Type of Tomatoes.​ If you are looking to add a level of flavor while using canned tomatoes, I recommend using fire-roasted tomatoes. It adds this great grilled flavor level, and it's such an easy way to elevate this easy restaurant salsa recipe. 

Fresh Lime Juice.​ To add some zest to this recipe, add some fresh lime juice or fresh lemon juice. 

Hot Sauce.​ If you want to add additional heat and don't have any peppers, you can add your favorite hot sauce. I like Sriracha or Cholula.

Green Chilies.​ Another great ingredient to add to this recipe is canned green chilies. 

Green Onion. ​If you don't have any other onion, you can also use green onion in this recipe. 

What to serve with blender salsa

You can serve these with your favorite tortilla chips, crispy chicken tacos, or these air fryer chicken fajitas. If you're looking for a cocktail to have a little happy hour, I love this passion fruit margarita, spicy mango margarita, or spicy cucumber margarita.

If you want to make homemade tortilla chips, I recommend air frying them! Cut your corn tortillas into quarters and air fry at 390F for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. 

Can you freeze blender salsa?

Yes, you can! I find it easier to freeze blender salsa by pouring it into a ziplock baggie, getting rid of all of the air, making sure it's closed, and placing it in the freezer. You can also store it in a freezer-safe container. Let it thaw on the counter and then enjoy it with tortilla chips or your favorite taco recipe. 

FAQs

Can I use a blender instead of a food processor for salsa?

Yes, you can! A blender will give you perfect restaurant-style salsa.

Can you over-blend salsa?

No, you cannot over-blend salsa!

Is it better to make salsa in a blender or food processor?

I prefer a blender to make this fresh salsa recipe.

Should I cook my salsa after blending?

No! You can eat your salsa as soon as you've perfected the taste to your liking. 

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What to make with this homemade salsa?

• Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
• Copycat Sweetgreen Elote Salad Bowl
• Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken
• Easy Queso Dip on the Grill
• Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos