Cilantro-Lime Jalapeño Salsa – Fresh, Zesty, and Addictively Good

Turn up the flavor with this Cilantro-Lime Jalapeño Salsa—a vibrant, fresh, and spicy dip that’s perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or just scooping up with tortilla chips. Bursting with citrusy lime, fragrant cilantro, and just the right kick of jalapeño heat, this salsa is a quick, no-cook recipe that delivers bold taste in minutes. Once you try it, you’ll want to keep a jar in your fridge at all times!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fresh & Flavorful: Packed with bright herbs, citrus, and spice.
Quick & Easy: Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required.
Customizable Heat: Adjust the number of jalapeños for mild or fiery flavor.
Versatile: Works as a dip, taco topping, or marinade base.

Ingredients

• 2 fresh jalapeños, seeded (leave seeds for extra heat)
• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed
• 2 cloves garlic
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
• 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ small white onion, chopped
• Optional: 1 avocado for a creamy twist

Instructions

1. Prep Ingredients
Chop jalapeños and onion into smaller chunks to make blending easier.

2. Blend
Add jalapeños, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and onion into a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.

3. Adjust Consistency
For a thinner salsa, add a tablespoon of water at a time until desired texture is reached.

4. Taste & Adjust
Add more lime juice for tang, more jalapeño for spice, or a pinch of salt to balance flavors.

5. Serve
Pour into a bowl or jar. Serve immediately with chips, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 35
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fat: 3g
Protein: 0g
Fiber: 1g

Tips for Success

• Leave the Seeds: If you love spice, keep some seeds in the mix.
• Make It Creamy: Blend in avocado or Greek yogurt for a smooth, creamy salsa.
• Use Fresh Lime Juice: Bottled juice won’t give the same bright flavor.
• Double Batch: This salsa disappears fast—make extra!

Why This Recipe Works

The cilantro and lime create a refreshing, zesty base while the jalapeños add just enough heat to keep things exciting. Garlic and onion balance the flavors, while olive oil rounds out the texture, making this salsa smooth yet vibrant.

Cilantro-Lime Jalapeño Salsa is fresh, bold, and downright addictive. Whether you’re dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or spooning it over grilled chicken, this salsa brings life to every bite. Quick, simple, and packed with flavor, it’s a must-have recipe for salsa lovers.