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4.50 from 8 votes

Chipotle Salsa

This may be the best salsa yet! Smoky chipotle salsa is a magical blend of fire roasted tomatoes, chipotle peppers in adobo, and the fresh flavors of onion, garlic, cilantro, and lime. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Sauces & Marinades
Cuisine: Southwestern
Servings: 16 (4 cups total)
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 1 small onion (cut into quarters)
  • 1 clove garlic (roughly chopped)
  • 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) fire roasted tomatoes (undrained)
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, more if desired (from 7 ounce can)
  • ½ cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro (leaves and small stems)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions

  • Pulse all ingredients in a blender or food processor until no large chunks remain, but not completely smooth.
    1 small onion, 1 clove garlic, 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) fire roasted tomatoes, 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, more if desired, ½ cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Notes

  • Variations: If you'd like spicy salsa, add extra chipotle peppers or add ground cayenne pepper, to taste. If you're not a fan of cilantro, it can be omitted. Instead of fresh garlic, you can substitute ½ teaspoon garlic powder.
  • Storage: Chipotle salsa can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to five days in the refrigerator. Stir well before serving. Salsa can also be frozen for up to 6 months. Put it into a freezer-safe jar or container leaving a little head space for expansion. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving. Stir well.

Nutrition

Serving: 4tablespoons salsa | Calories: 16kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.01g | Saturated Fat: 0.003g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 240IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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