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Cherry Tomato Salsa
Fresh cherry tomato salsa is so easy to make, all you need are 6 simple ingredients and a food processor (or blender). This salsa recipe uses cherry tomatoes, that don't have to be peeled before blending. Better than store bought, this fresh tomato salsa pairs so well with all your favorite Mexican or Tex-Mex inspired meals. A great use for your summer cherry tomato harvest!
Peel the onion and cut it into large chunks. Cut the stem from the jalapeno (or cut it in half to remove the seeds and white membrane inside to make it less spicy).
Add the onion and jalapeno to the food process or and blend on high until well broken down.
Add the cilantro (leaves and thin stems) to the food processor with the onion and jalapeno and pulse a few times to break down.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the food processor and pulse 10-15 times to break down tomatoes (this will be a chunky salsa) or 15-20 times for a less chunky salsa.
Optional: Pour the salsa into a mesh strainer to drain off excess water.
Add lime juice and salt to the salsa and stir well. Taste for seasoning, add more lime or salt as needed.
Blend all the vegetables together before adding the tomatoes. The salsa can get soupy if you blend the tomatoes too long.
All tomatoes will give off different amounts of juice when blended. If you like a less "watery" salsa, strain the salsa with a mesh strainer before adding the lime juice and salt.
Easy to customize! Make this more or less spicy, omit the cilantro if you don't love it, etc.
Make the salsa milder by removing the seeds and white membranes which are spicier.
Be sure to use gloves to cut jalapeno or wash your hands immediately after handling. Do not touch your eyes after handling jalapenos (it will make them burn).
Season to taste - you may love a little more zing from lime juice or a little extra salt.
You can use the leaves and stems of the cilantro. Just be sure to remove any of the thick stems from the cilantro as it can get woody.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
20
Fat
0.1
g
Carbohydrates
5
g
Fiber
1
g
Sugar
3
g
Protein
1
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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