Recipe Overview
Why you’ll love it: This chipotle salsa is a fantastic blend of fire-roasted tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and fresh flavors like onion, garlic, cilantro, and lime. It’s truly delicious!
How long it takes: 10 minutes
Equipment needed: Blender or food processor
Servings: 16
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Get ready to make this amazing salsa! A blender or food processor makes it super easy. This chipotle salsa perfectly combines smoky tomatoes and spicy chipotle peppers. You’ll want to make a big batch, so make sure you have plenty of tortilla chips! And maybe some beer or margaritas to enjoy with it!
The best part? You can whip this salsa up in about ten minutes.
If you enjoy my recipes, you might also like my restaurant style salsa, which is similar but without the smoky element. I can’t wait for you to try this chipotle version!
About This Chipotle Salsa
Smoky Flavor: The delicious smoky flavor comes from two key ingredients: fire-roasted tomatoes and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Chipotle peppers are smoked and dried jalapeños, giving a bit of heat. The adobo sauce adds a tangy flavor that perfectly complements the peppers. They’re also amazing in this cherry chipotle BBQ sauce!
Experiment to find your preferred level of smokiness and heat. Two chipotle peppers usually works well.
Recipe Tip
Wondering what to do with leftover chipotle peppers? Place a couple of peppers with some sauce in individual snack-size zip-top bags and freeze them. Then you’ll have them ready for your next batch of salsa!
Freshness: This salsa bursts with flavor thanks to the addition of chopped onion, garlic, fresh cilantro, and lime juice. Blend until you achieve your desired salsa consistency. Perfect for scooping with tortilla chips or enjoying with this healthy Mexican lasagna.
What You’ll Need for This Blender Salsa
- Fire Roasted Tomatoes – If you can’t find fire roasted tomatoes, regular diced tomatoes or whole tomatoes will work.
- Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce – These are the secret ingredient! Don’t skip them!
- Onion – A must-have in any great salsa.
- Fresh Garlic – Garlic powder can be used as a substitute if you prefer a milder garlic taste (try 1/2 teaspoon).
- Cilantro – Add as much or as little as you like, but I always load it up!
- Fresh Lime Juice – Lime juice balances the flavors and brightens up the salsa.
- Salt – A little salt is necessary to enhance all the flavors, but you won’t need much.
Customizing Your Salsa
While this recipe is delicious as is, here are some ways to customize it:
- Add More Heat: Increase the amount of chipotle peppers for a spicier salsa.
- Cilantro-Free: If you’re not a fan of cilantro, simply leave it out. The salsa will still be wonderful.
Other Salsa Recipes You Might Enjoy
- Fresh Salsa: If you prefer salsa with fresh, uncooked tomatoes, try my Pico de Gallo.
- Green Salsa: For a salsa with tomatillos, you’ll love my popular salsa verde.
- Cranberry Salsa: Have leftover cranberry sauce? Try cranberry salsa. It’s incredibly easy with just two ingredients.
Storage Tips
This smoky chipotle salsa can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Give it a quick stir before serving.
More Delicious Dip Ideas
Whether you’re hosting a party or just relaxing at home, tortilla chips and a tasty dip are always a great combo. Check out these other recipes:
- Poblano Queso Dip
- 7 Layer Dip Recipe — The BEST!
- Queso Blanco in the Slow Cooker
- Mexicali Dip Recipe — Irresistible!
- Mexican Corn Dip
- Mango Avocado Salsa with Pineapple
- Baked Corn Tortilla Chips — Make your own healthier tortilla chips!
Chipotle Salsa
Rachel Gurk
10 minutes
10 minutes
16
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