Easy Chipotle Salsa
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Elevate your salsa game with this fresh and flavorful Chipotle Salsa recipe! Infused with smoky chipotle peppers, this vibrant dip brings a depth of flavor thatโs simply irresistible. Best of all, itโs super easy to whip up using pantry staples!

This irresistible chipotle salsa is a must-try. It is perfect for pairing with tortilla chips or as a zesty side to your favorite Mexican dishes. It brings a delightful smoky flavor and just the right amount of kickโfeel free to adjust the spice level to your liking!
This version features smoky chipotle peppers for an entirely new depth of flavor. Chipotle peppers start as vine-ripened jalapeรฑos, lovingly smoked and dried to perfection. For this recipe, we’ll use chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, making it super easy to blend your way to salsa perfection.
Ingredients
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- Onion: We like to use sweet onion for our salsa. You can use yellow onion as well.
- Garlic: Be sure to use fresh garlic and not the jarred kind.
- Tomatoes: Canned diced tomatoes are what we use for today’s salsa. This makes it easy to make salsa all year round.
- Chipotle peppers: Look for chipotle peppers in adobo.
- Cilantro
- Lime juice
- Salt: You can adjust the salt to your tastes.
Step by Step Directions
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- Add all the ingredients to a food processor or blender and pulse until it’s your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
Tips For Success
- Give the recipe a try with fire-roasted tomatoes. This offers a greater depth of flavor.
- This salsa is very mild. If you want to add spice, toss in a couple of jalapenos.
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Easy Chipotle Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 small sweet onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh chopped cilantro
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ยฝ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add the onion and garlic to a food processor or blender and pulse until chopped.
- Add the remaining ingredients and continue to pulse until the desired texture.
- Adjust seasonings if needed
- Transfer the salsa to a container with a tight fitting lid and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
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