Best 7 Chunky Homemade Salsa Recipes

Salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can add flavor and zest to a variety of dishes. It is typically made from tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and chili peppers, but there are many variations on the classic recipe. This article provides recipes for three different types of chunky homemade salsa: mild, medium, and hot. All three salsas are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. The mild salsa is perfect for those who prefer a milder flavor, while the medium salsa has a bit more of a kick. The hot salsa is for those who like their salsa to be really spicy. No matter which salsa you choose, you're sure to enjoy it. So grab some fresh ingredients and get started!

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

CHUNKY SALSA

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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

Ingredients

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.

CHUNKY HOMEMADE SALSA

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Say no more to store-bought salsa. This delicious recipe is easy to make and yields enough for a large party.

Provided by Peggy Trowbridge Filippone

Categories Snack Appetizer Sauces Condiment Ingredient

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

6 medium fresh tomatoes , 1/4-inch diced
1 medium sweet onion , chopped
3 green onions, sliced thin with green tops included
1 serrano chile or jalapeño, seeds removed, diced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro , loosely packed, finely chopped
8 ounces tomato sauce (canned)
4 ounces mild green chiles (canned, chopped)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt , to taste
Pepper, to taste
Tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

Gather the ingredients.
In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients and mix well.
Taste for seasoning. Place in an airtight container in the fridge for at least 2 hours to let the flavors blend.
Serve in a medium-size bowl alongside chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 109 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize About 6 cups (24 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHUNKY TOMATO SALSA

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Our college-age daughter, two of her friends and a nephew ate a quart of this salsa with chips in one sitting. They loved it so much that they each took a quart home with them. So be sure to make lots! -Carol Carpenter, Jansen, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 2h

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3-1/2 cups peeled chopped tomatoes (about 4 large)
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
2-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Baked tortilla chip scoops

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Stir in the tomato paste, vinegar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring frequently. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHUNKY HOMEMADE SALSA

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Just add chips! Our homemade chunky salsa recipe, featuring spicy peppers and fresh herbs, tastes way better than the store-bought kind. Rather than going raw, try this cooked salsa recipe with your next Mexican meal.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 5h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

20 red medium tomatoes (7 pounds)
10 fresh Anaheim chile peppers or poblano chile peppers, seeded and chopped (about 3 cups)
3 fresh jalapeno peppers or serrano chile peppers, seeded and chopped (about 1/3 cup)
2 cup coarsely chopped onion
0.5 cup snipped fresh cilantro or parsley
5 cloves garlic, minced
0.5 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Peel, seed, and coarsely chop tomatoes (you should have about 14 cups). Place tomatoes in a large colander; let drain 30 minutes. Place tomatoes in 8-quart Dutch oven. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 45 to 50 minutes or until thickened (consistency of chunky salsa); stir frequently. Stir in Anaheim peppers, jalapeño peppers, onions, cilantro, garlic, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Return to boiling. Remove from heat. Cover and chill in refrigerator at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.* Makes about 8 cups salsa.

SPICY CHUNKY SALSA

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Vinegar adds a refreshing tang to this sweet tomato salsa. It's wonderful as is, but for more heat, leave in some hot pepper seeds. -Donna Goutermont, Sequim, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

6 pounds tomatoes
3 large green peppers, chopped
3 large onions, chopped
2 cups white vinegar
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 serrano peppers, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/2 cup bottled lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Using a slotted spoon, place tomatoes, a few at a time, in boiling water for 30-60 seconds. Remove each tomato and immediately plunge into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Peel and finely chop tomatoes to measure 9 cups; place in a stockpot., Stir in remaining ingredients. Add water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes., Ladle hot mixture into hot 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 15 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHUNKY HOMEMADE SALSA

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I love fresh homemade salsa. The ingredients pictured are enough for a double batch which makes a ton!

Provided by Amy H.

Categories Salsas

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 green onions, chopped
1 large tomato, finely chopped
1/2 c tomato sauce
1/4 c fresh cilantro
1 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp minced onion
1 Tbsp lime juice
2 1/4 tsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp minced jalapeno pepper
1/2 tsp red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper

Steps:

1. Gather and prep your ingredients.
2. Combine all ingredients; cover and refrigerate 6 to 8 hours. Serve with tortilla chips.

HOMEMADE CHUNKY SALSA

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My husband had been buying some salsa from the store at $4.99 per container. So I purchased ingredients that was listed on the label, and made my own. It took a few tries but this worked best for our tastes. I had to list an amount for the cilantro, but I just grabbed about 1/2 a bunch (probably made 1/4-1/2 cup), chopped it and added it. It's also best if it's refrigerated for at least 1 hr so the flavors can blend.

Provided by Small Town Cook

Categories Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 large tomatoes (I used beefsteak)
3 medium onions
3 chili peppers
2 limes
1 bunch fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (can use garlic salt)

Steps:

Finely chop tomatoes, onions and chile peppers and put in bowl.
Chop cilantro and add.
Add garlic powder.
Cut limes in half. Squeeze over bowl cut side up so only juice goes in bowl.
Mix gently.
Can serve immediately or cover and refrigerate at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 9.9, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5.4, Protein 1.8

Tips:

Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will ensure that your salsa has the best possible flavor.
Use a variety of tomatoes. This will give your salsa a more complex flavor. Try using a combination of Roma tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and heirloom tomatoes.
Roast the tomatoes before making the salsa. This will help to concentrate their flavor and make them sweeter.
Use fresh herbs and spices. This will give your salsa a bright, vibrant flavor. Try using cilantro, basil, oregano, cumin, and chili powder.
Don't over-process the salsa. You want it to have a chunky texture, so don't puree it until it's completely smooth.
Chill the salsa before serving. This will help to meld the flavors and make it more refreshing.
Serve the salsa with your favorite Mexican dishes. It's great with tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and quesadillas.

Conclusion:

Making chunky homemade salsa is a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and create a delicious, versatile condiment. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a salsa that's sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer or side dish, give this recipe a try!