Best 7 Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa Recipes

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Salsa, a vibrant and flavorful condiment, holds a special place in many cuisines worldwide. With its origins in Mexico, salsa has evolved into a diverse array of recipes, each offering a unique blend of spices, textures, and freshness. In this article, we embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating the best-tasting “Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa.” We will guide you through selecting the finest ingredients, mastering the art of preparation, and exploring creative variations to suit every palate. From zesty and tangy to mild and refreshing, our exploration will unlock the secrets to making a salsa that will leave your taste buds dancing and earn you the coveted “Blue Ribbon” of salsa excellence.

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 :

TRADITIONAL SALSA



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Why buy bottled salsa when you can make a more flavorful variety at home with not a lot of effort? You may want to double the recipe because it's sure to be a hit!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BLUE RIBBON FRESH SALSA



Blue Ribbon Fresh Salsa image

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.

RED-RIBBON ROASTED SALSA



Red-Ribbon Roasted Salsa image

This recipe originated from a recipe that was supposed to duplicate that of my favorite Mexican restaurant. I've heavily modified the original recipe and like this variation SO much more! It's relatively easy. This makes a medium-hot salsa. I've named it 'Red-Ribbon' because it took second place at my company salsa competition last Cinco de Mayo (lost first in a tie-breaker!).

Provided by feistykitty

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Tomato Salsa Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 dried chipotle peppers
12 roma (plum) tomatoes
¼ yellow onion, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, or more to taste
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
1 pinch ground black pepper, or to taste
1 lime, juiced, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a saucepan with water, stir in dried chipotle peppers, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until peppers are soft, about 30 minutes. Drain and let cool. When peppers are cool, remove stems, cut open peppers, and remove seeds. Set peppers aside.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill tomatoes on hot grate until skin blackens and begins to peel, turning tomatoes often to blacken all sides, about 10 minutes. Set grilled tomatoes aside to cool.
  • Place grilled tomatoes, chipotle peppers, yellow onion, white vinegar, salt, black pepper, and lime juice into a food processor; pulse a few times, then process until almost pureed.
  • Refrigerate until flavors have blended, at least 2 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 391.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

FREEZER SALSA



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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.

BLUEBERRY HABANERO SALSA



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Our family favorite. This odd combination makes for a beautiful and delicious treat. I have substituted serrano peppers for a milder salsa, but prefer the fruity apricot taste of the habaneros. Sometimes to tone it down at the last minute I add blue agave.

Provided by B_aced

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh blueberries, divided
1 white onion, chopped
1 cup chopped purple Cherokee tomatoes
1 cup white sugar
8 habanero peppers, seeded and chopped
½ cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup lime juice
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pinch Himalayan salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place 1 cup blueberries into a blender. Cover and blend until pureed. Coarsely chop remaining blueberries. Combine pureed blueberries, chopped blueberries, onion, tomatoes, sugar, habanero peppers, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and Himalayan salt together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 17.8 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

HOMEMADE FRESH SALSA



Homemade Fresh Salsa image

Why just open a jar, when it is so easy and quick to make fresh? Originally from a vegetarian cookbook, then I made it my own with a few additions.

Provided by Clarkplace

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes with juice (I use diced, but pureed work well too or 4 large diced tomatoes in season are great!)
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons cilantro
3/4 cup onion, minced (1 onion)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Chill until ready to serve.
  • Puree all for easy and fast preparation.
  • Serve with raw veggies, pita chips or corn chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.7, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 193.2, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.9, Protein 0.8

Tips:

  • Use ripe, fresh tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your salsa will be.
  • Choose the right type of tomatoes: Roma tomatoes are a good choice for salsa because they are meaty and have fewer seeds.
  • Remove the seeds from the tomatoes: This will help to reduce the amount of liquid in your salsa and make it less watery.
  • Chop the tomatoes into small pieces: This will help them to release their juices and flavors.
  • Use a sharp knife to chop the tomatoes: This will help to prevent them from getting crushed and losing their shape.
  • Add other ingredients to your salsa, such as onions, cilantro, jalapeños, and lime juice: These ingredients will add flavor and complexity to your salsa.
  • Season your salsa to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Let your salsa sit for at least 30 minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Making fresh salsa is a quick, easy, and delicious way to add flavor to your meals. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can make a salsa that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful snack or condiment, give fresh salsa a try!

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