Quick & Easy Spicy Salsa

This healthy and delicious salsa recipe comes together in just 20 minutes.

4.63 from 8 votes

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Servings: servings

Author: Kris Bordessa

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion and peppers become soft, around 4-5 minutes.
½ medium onion, 1 medium green bell pepper, 1 medium jalapeno, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Add tomatoes, garlic, Mexican oregano, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and water. Stir to combine and reduce heat to medium-low. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 4-5 minutes.
2 large tomatoes, ½ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ cup water, 2 cloves garlic
Remove from heat and set aside to cool for a few minutes. Once slightly cool, process mixture with an immersion blender, leaving slightly chunky, or transfer to a regular blender or food processor and pulse a couple of times until just blended to desired consistency.
Transfer salsa to a bowl and stir in fresh lime juice and cilantro. Season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.
2½ tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 - 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Serve immediately or cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.

This homemade salsa will keep in the refrigerator for several days, so you can double recipe to enjoy with your favorite Mexican or Tex-Mex dishes or as a snack with your favorite tortilla chips.