Jalapeno Salsa

Name: Jalapeno Salsa
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1-1/2 cups
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 12 jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded (about 1 pound); 8 garlic cloves, peeled; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 3/4 teaspoon salt

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min. + chilling

Yield 1-1/2 cups

Test Kitchen Approved

This easy jalapeno salsa brings fresh, bold flavors to any meal. It’s great as a dip or a topping for tacos—quick to make and packed with heat!

Ingredients

12 jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded (about 1 pound)
8 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
3/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Place jalapenos and garlic in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer; cover and cook 15-20 minutes or until jalapenos and garlic are very soft. Drain and let cool.
Place jalapenos, garlic, cilantro, oil, lime juice and salt in a high-speed blender or food processor; puree until smooth. Transfer to a bowl; cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 57 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 297mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.

This homemade jalapeno salsa is ultra bright and zesty, perfect as a dip for chips or drizzled over your favorite tacos. The jalapenos bring the heat, cilantro adds verdant freshness, while fresh lime juice adds a pop of tangy flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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