Best 7 Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa Recipes

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**Salsa**, a vibrant and flavorful condiment, is a staple in Mexican cuisine and a beloved addition to many dishes worldwide. Made from fresh, ripe tomatoes, zesty onions, and a blend of aromatic spices, salsa is a culinary delight that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and refreshing flavors. This article presents a collection of three exceptional salsa recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic. From the classic Fresh Salsa, bursting with the goodness of garden-fresh ingredients, to the smoky, roasted flavors of Roasted Tomato Salsa, and the tropical flair of Pineapple Salsa, this article has something for every salsa enthusiast. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, a zesty accompaniment to your favorite Mexican dishes, or simply a refreshing dip to enjoy with tortilla chips, these recipes have you covered.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLUE RIBBON SALSA RECIPE FOR CANNING



Blue Ribbon Salsa Recipe For Canning image

The Best I Can

Provided by Guest Recipe

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 cups tomatoes, peeled, cored, chopped and drained
3 cups onions, chopped
1 u00bc cups jalapeu00f1o peppers, chopped, seed and deveined
4 long Italian hot peppers, chopped, seed and deveined
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
24-ounces tomato paste
2 cups bottled lemon or lime juice
1 Tbsp Mrs. Wagesu00ae Pickling & Canning Salt
1 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp ground cumin
2 Tbsp oregano leaves
1 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1 For this salsa recipe prepare jars and lids according to manufactureru2019s instructions for sterilized jars. Keep jars hot.
  • 2 Preparing Peppers: The jalapeu00f1o peppers and Italian hot peppers do not need to be peeled.
  • 3 Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and heat, stirring frequently, until mixture boils. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 4 Ladle hot into clean, hot jars, leaving u00bd-inch headspace. Remove air bubbles, adjust headspace if needed, and wipe rims with a dampened clean paper towel. Adjust lids and process 15 minutes using a boiling water bath method. At altitudes of 1000 feet or higher, increase processing time 1 minute for each 1000 feet of altitude.
  • 5 Remove canner from heat, remove lid and let jars sit 5 minutes in canner. Remove jars from canner, set on a clean towel or rack to cool.
  • 6 When cool, check seals. Lids should be down in the center or stay down when pressed. Remove rims, label, date and store in a cool, dark, dry place. Unsealed jars should be refrigerated and used within 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts :

BROTHER RON'S FRESH MARINATED SUMMER SALSA



Brother Ron's Fresh Marinated Summer Salsa image

Yum! This is an easy fresh salsa recipe full of finely chopped summer veggies. Using cucumber as a base makes it like a cucumber salad with a salsa flare. It will be great served on a picnic or at a BBQ. It's so unique, refreshing, and full of flavor that it'll take your guests by surprise. Another way to serve this would be over...

Provided by Valeree Dunbar

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium cucumbers, diced finely
1 red pepper, diced finely
1 yellow pepper, diced finely
1 medium onion, diced finely
3 medium tomatoes, seeds removed, diced finely
1/2 c apple cider vinegar
4 Tbsp Mrs. Dash Salt Free Garlic & Herb Seasoning blend
2 tsp salt or more to taste
1 tsp ground pepper
2 tsp sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
1 pinch red pepper flakes, if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Chop all vegetables very fine and place in a bowl.
  • 2. Add remaining ingredients.
  • 3. Stir completely.
  • 4. Place in a bowl with airtight lid and let marinate all day. Stir once in a while to distribute all the vegetables in the vinegar.
  • 5. Enjoy with tortilla chips, over tacos, or in a taco salad.

GARDEN FRESH SALSA



Garden Fresh Salsa image

A simple fresh salsa for your next cookout. It's a refreshing salsa that's bursting with flavor. Tomatoes are a base for salsa. Peppers not only add color but a nice crunch. We opted to add 1 can of jalapenos and 1 can of green chiles and loved the heat from that combination. Lemon and lime juice adds a tartness and balances out...

Provided by Jenni K

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Time 2h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8-10 medium tomatoes
2 green peppers
2 yellow peppers
2 orange peppers
1 large onion
2 can(s) diced jalapeno, 4 oz each (use chopped green chiles if you want it milder)
1 lemon, juiced
1 lime, juiced
salt to taste (it seems like i use quite a bit)
1/4 - 1/2 c chopped cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Chop up all tomatoes, peppers, and onion. Combine in a large bowl.
  • 2. Drain jalapenos (if you're using the green chiles, no need to drain them) and add them to the bowl.
  • 3. Roll the lemon & lime on the counter, pressing it with your hand before cutting them in half (you'll get more juice this way). Either use a juicer or squeeze the juice into your hand to catch any seeds.
  • 4. If using the optional cilantro, add it to the mixture (about 1/4 - 1/2 cup chopped).
  • 5. Add salt and mix well. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours for flavors to combine well. I usually let it chill overnight.
  • 6. Serve with chips (the Scoops tortilla chips work well) or use on anything you put salsa on. I've put in on baked potatoes, on chicken before baking, etc... use your imagination!

CANNING GARDEN FRESH SALSA



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We grow a lot of what goes into this salsa in our garden. After making homemade salsa, I don't think I'll go back to store bought! Yes, it's that good! Hope you enjoy! My photo's

Provided by Diane Atherton

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 to 8 qt vine ripe tomatoes
pickling salt
6 to 8 large onions, chopped
16 clove garlic, minced
1 lb jalapeno peppers, minced
6 to 8 large bell pepper, chopped
2 c cilantro, freshed, minced
1/4 c cumin seed, ground
1 5 1/2-ounce can tomato paste
fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • 1. BLANCH TOMATOES: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Blanch by dropping a few tomatoes at a time into the boiling water for about 2 minutes at a time. Remove from boiling water and drop into cold water. I fill up sink with cold water. Do this in batches of 6 to 7 tomatoes at time.
  • 2. Peel and chop tomatoes coarsely; layer in a large strainer with salt. I used about 4 tablespoons of pickling salt. Layer of tomato, sprinkle with salt; repeat until all tomatoes are in the strainer. NOTE: Set strainer inside of a large bowl. This will catch the liquid from the tomatoes. To prevent the tomatoes from sitting in the juice turn a smaller bowl upside down in the large bowl for the strainer to set on. The idea is to remove the liquid from the tomatoes. Allow tomatoes to drain for several hour or overnight in a cool spot. Do NOT put in refrigerator. I cover with a towel.
  • 3. STERILIZE JARS: place canning jars in a large canner; cover with water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and boil for 10 minutes. If you have hard water; add about 3 tablespoons of white vinegar to the water to prevent lime build up on the jars. STERLIZE LIDS: Place lid in boiling water for 5 minutes
  • 4. Peel and chop onions. De-seed Jalapeno's and Bell Peppers; chop fine. Peel and mince garlic. Juice limes. Set all this aside.
  • 5. Chop the drained tomatoes to texture of your liking; mix with onions, peppers, and garlic. Place in a large deep pot. Mince cilantro and add to pot. Also, add ground cummin seed.
  • 6. Mix the tomato paste with one cup of the salsa mixture; combine until smooth and add to pot. Bring salsa to a boil.
  • 7. Carefully lift sterilized jars from boiling water. Pour 1 half of the water into sink and other half back into pot. (you will need to keep boiling) This will keep the boiling water level up.
  • 8. Add 3 tablespoons of fresh lime juice to each jar. Fill jar with boiling hot salsa mixture leaving 1-inch space from top of jar. Place hot sterlized lids on jars and tighten bands.
  • 9. Place jars back into boiling water; boil for 20 minutes. Remove jars from water bath and place on a dry towel to cool. Once cooled check seals and band.

BLUE RIBBON FRESH SALSA



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I love getting the blue ribbon winning recipes to make at home. Given the way the garden looks, this recipe is right on time. From The Wichita Eagle who reported, "This recipe was a first-place winner in the tomato category at the Kansas State Fair and was submitted by Tom Jasso of Hutchinson." This recipe proves again that sometimes simple is best.Go Tom!

Provided by Busters friend

Categories     Sauces

Time 11m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 roma tomatoes
1 yellow onion
1 fresh garlic clove
1 green bell pepper
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 yellow pepper
4 jalapeno peppers
15 -20 sprigs fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
salt

Steps:

  • Chop tomatoes and dice onions, garlic, peppers and cilantro.
  • Mix ingredients in a bowl.
  • Add fresh lime juice and add a dash of salt.
  • Let chill in fridge for approximately one hour before serving.

FREEZER SALSA



Freezer Salsa image

Kids in the home economics class at the school where I teach were making this freezer salsa, and it smelled so good that I got the recipe. It's a great way to use up garden produce. -Deanna Richter, Elmore, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups diced seeded peeled tomatoes (about 10 large)
2 medium green peppers, chopped
2 large onions, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
3/4 cup tomato paste
2/3 cup condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons salt
4-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes, stirring often. , Pour into small freezer containers. Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 22 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHUNKY SALSA



Chunky Salsa image

This fresh-tasting salsa is wonderfully chunky. If you like it hotter, add more habanero peppers; if you prefer a mild salsa, add fewer. -Dana Hayes, Canton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 7 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 pounds tomatoes
5 cups chopped onions (about 3 large)
5 cups chopped green peppers (about 4 large)
2-1/2 cups chopped sweet red peppers (about 2 large)
2 habanero peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup white vinegar
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
3 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Fill a Dutch oven two-thirds with water; bring to a boil. Score an "X" on the bottom of each tomato. Using a slotted spoon, place tomatoes, one at a time, in boiling water for 30-60 seconds. Remove tomatoes and immediately plunge in ice water. Discard peel; chop tomatoes., In a stockpot, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until desired thickness., Carefully ladle hot mixture into hot 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles; wipe rims and adjust lids. Process for 15 minutes in a boiling-water canner.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use the right tomatoes: Select ripe, juicy tomatoes with a vibrant red color. Avoid tomatoes that are too soft or have blemishes.
  • Chop the tomatoes correctly: Dice the tomatoes into small, even pieces to ensure they release their juices and flavors evenly.
  • Use fresh cilantro: Fresh cilantro adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the salsa. If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • Don't over-chop the ingredients: Salsa is meant to have a chunky texture, so avoid over-chopping the ingredients. Leave some small pieces of tomato, onion, and cilantro to give the salsa a more rustic appearance and texture.
  • Season the salsa to taste: Add salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste. Start with a small amount and gradually add more until the salsa reaches your desired flavor balance.
  • Chill the salsa before serving: Chilling the salsa allows the flavors to meld together and develop. Serve the salsa chilled or at room temperature, depending on your preference.

Conclusion:

This Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. Whether you're using it as a dip for tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos or burritos, or as a marinade for chicken or fish, this salsa is sure to be a hit. With its vibrant colors, fresh flavors, and perfect balance of spice and acidity, this Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa is a must-try for any salsa lover. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add some flavor to your meal, give this Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa a try. You won't be disappointed!

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