Description
A vibrant and zesty cilantro-lime jalapeño salsa that brings a fresh kick of heat and citrus to any dish. Perfect for tacos, grilled vegetables, meats, or chips, this easy-to-make salsa blends fresh cilantro, jalapeños, and lime juice for a flavorful addition to your meals.
Ingredients
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Fresh Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves (packed)
- 2 jalapeños, stemmed and seeded (leave seeds for extra heat)
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Pantry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, place the cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend the Salsa: Blend the mixture until it reaches a smooth consistency. If the salsa is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time to achieve the desired thinness.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salsa and adjust the salt or lime juice to your preference, enhancing the balance of flavors.
- Chill: Transfer the salsa to a jar or bowl and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Serve: Enjoy your cilantro-lime jalapeño salsa with tacos, grilled vegetables, meats, or chips for a fresh and spicy boost to your dishes.
Notes
- For a spicier salsa, leave the jalapeño seeds in.
- Adjust water quantity based on preferred salsa thickness.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- This salsa can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it vegan and gluten-free, ensure the olive oil and other ingredients are of standard quality, which they usually are.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
