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Salsa Recipes to Add a Little Spice to Dinner

Published November 9, 2023 by Bella Bucchiotti / Leave a Comment.
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Salsa Recipes to Add a Little Spice to Dinner

Salsa is the perfect way to add flavor and excitement to your meals. Whether you’re looking to add some heat to your tacos or some flavor to your grilled chicken, there’s a salsa recipe out there for everyone. From classic tomato salsa and salsa verde to creative options like fruit salsa and corn salsa, there’s no shortage of tasty salsa recipes to try. Don’t wait any longer to try these delicious salsa recipes packed with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor.

Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa

A bowl of salsa and tortilla chips on a wooden table. This is one of the best salsa recipes.
Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

For the freshest flavour, make your own tomatillo red chili salsa and enjoy as a snack or appetizer with crackers, chips or anything else you want to dip. This copycat Chipotle hot salsa sauce is also great with steak, chicken or alongside any south of the border inspired meal.
Get the Recipe: Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa

Fresh And Easy Chunky Mango Salsa

Mango salsa in a bowl next to a wooden spoon.
Fresh And Easy Chunky Mango Salsa. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Serve this Mexican fruit salsa recipe with your preferred kind of fish or seafood. This salsa made with fresh mangoes also makes a great dip or sandwich addition. I absolutely adore mangos – they’re so sweet and sticky and just delicious!
Get the Recipe: Fresh And Easy Chunky Mango Salsa

Easy Watermelon Salsa With Jicama

Watermelon salsa in a bowl with tortilla chips.
Easy Watermelon Salsa With Jicama. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This light and refreshing Easy Watermelon Salsa makes a great treat with tortilla chips and your favorite cold cocktails. This is a fresh take on salsa with a secret ingredient – jicama. Jicama is a root vegetable with a very mild taste and a crunch that lasts even if the other ingredients get soggy.
Get the Recipe: Easy Watermelon Salsa With Jicama

Chipotle Corn Salsa

Corn salad in a glass bowl with a blue spoon.
Chipotle Corn Salsa. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

Learn how to make chipotle corn salsa! This copycat Chipotle corn salsa recipe is made with just seven basic ingredients and takes just 20 minutes to make. Then, the fun part…eating it!
Get the Recipe: Chipotle Corn Salsa

Guajillo Salsa

A bowl of mexican sauce with chips and tortillas.
Guajillo Salsa. Photo credit: M.A. Kitchen.

Guajillo sauce is a staple in Mexican cuisine. The simple recipe is made with just a few ingredients and has a mildly spicy flavor, this salsa is used to make countless dishes or to enjoy as a quick appetizer along with tortilla chips!
Get the Recipe: Guajillo Salsa

Salsa Macha

A spoonful of sauce in a blue bowl.
Salsa Macha. Photo credit: M.A. Kitchen.

Enjoy this Salsa Macha! A Mexican chili oil packed with smoky flavors and perfect to drizzle over tacos, soups, salads, and pretty much anything! Learn how to make the traditional recipe.
Get the Recipe: Salsa Macha

Cucumber Pico De Gallo

A bowl of mexican salsa with tomatoes and cucumbers.
Cucumber Pico De Gallo. Photo credit: M.A. Kitchen.

This cucumber pico de gallo is fresh, tangy, and lightly spicy. The recipe is so easy to make and can be easily customized by adding or adjusting the amounts of other ingredients to suit your taste preferences.
Get the Recipe: Cucumber Pico De Gallo

Pomegranate Salsa

A bowl of pomegranate salsa with lime and tortilla chips.
Pomegranate Salsa. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

With its incredibly festive appearance, this pomegranate salsa is like the holidays in a bowl! It makes a wonderful Christmas appetizer paired with chips but can also be used atop meats or paired with tacos for a bright and fresh approach to the winter season.
Get the Recipe: Pomegranate Salsa

Mango Habanero Salsa

Mango salsa in a white bowl with a wooden spoon.
Mango Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Spicy habanero peppers, sweet mango, crunchy tomatillos and fresh cilantro and lime come together in this simple salsa perfect for summer. Enjoy it with chips as an appetizer or serve on top of steak, chicken, pork or seafood for easy added flavor.
Get the Recipe: Mango Habanero Salsa

Restaurant Salsa

Tomato sauce in a jar on a wooden table.
Restaurant Salsa. Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

You know that delicious red salsa you get at your favorite local Mexican food restaurant? The kind that comes with an endless basket of corn chips? If you love the red salsa you get in a restaurant, you can easily and quickly make this recipe for restaurant salsa at home!
Get the Recipe: Restaurant Salsa

Apple Salsa Recipe

Apple salsa in a white bowl with tortilla chips.
Apple Salsa Recipe. Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

Apple salsa is not the first thing most folks go for when they think of salsa. But I can tell you that when paired with the right foods, few things can beat it! This would go well as a topping for pork chops or even as a sweet addition to tacos.
Get the Recipe: Apple Salsa Recipe

Sweet And Spicy Pineapple Salsa

A bowl of salsa and tortilla chips on a marble table.
Sweet And Spicy Pineapple Salsa. Photo credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

A sweet and spicy pineapple salsa recipe made with pineapples, tomatoes and gochujang paste. Easy to make and ready in 15 minutes. For this pineapple salsa, all ingredients should be available at your local grocery store, with the exception of gochujang paste which can be found at your local Asian super market.
Get the Recipe: Sweet And Spicy Pineapple Salsa

Avocado Black Bean Salsa

A bowl of black bean and avocado salad with tortilla chips.
Avocado Black Bean Salsa. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

This avocado black bean salsa comes together quickly and is perfect for a party, potluck, bbq, or any time you need something to justify eating more tortilla chips! Also tasty served with grilled chicken, shrimp, salmon, or pork chops! Only 10 minutes to prep!
Get the Recipe: Avocado Black Bean Salsa

Smoked Salsa

A bowl of salsa with chips and tortillas.
Smoked Salsa. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Smoked Salsa is a twist on this classic dip. All the same flavor as that savory dip, but with the added bonus of a deep smoky flavor that really takes this dip over the top.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Salsa

Cherry Tomato Salsa

A bowl of tomato salsa with tortilla chips.
Cherry Tomato Salsa. Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

This quick and easy Cherry Tomato Salsa is great any time of the year. Made with only 6 ingredients, this is a staple recipe that you’ll be making over and over again.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Tomato Salsa

Salsa Verde Recipe (3 Different Ways)

Three bowls of green salsa and tortilla chips.
Salsa Verde Recipe (3 Different Ways). Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

Got tomatillos? Make tomatillo salsa with this homemade salsa verde recipe featuring 3 different methods: raw green salsa, roasted tomatillo salsa, and avocado salsa verde.
Get the Recipe: Salsa Verde Recipe (3 Different Ways)

Peach Habanero Salsa

Peach salsa in a bowl with a spoon.
Peach Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

If you love salsa with some sweet heat, you’ve gotta try this fresh peach salsa with habanero peppers. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. Enjoy it on tacos, with chips or anywhere you enjoy salsa.
Get the Recipe: Peach Habanero Salsa

Salsa Roja (Made In The Blender!)

A person holding a chip with sauce on it.
Salsa Roja (Made In The Blender!). Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

Smoky, creamy salsa roja! Made in the blender in less than 10 minutes. Roja salsa with simple, pantry ingredients: dried chili peppers, canned fire roasted tomatoes and onions.
Get the Recipe: Salsa Roja (Made In The Blender!)

Creamy Jalapeno Salsa

A green smoothie in a glass jar.
Creamy Jalapeno Salsa. Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

Similar to Salsa Dona from TacoDeli in Austin, Texas this jalapeno salsa is SO good! Spicy jalapeno salsa that tastes great on everything. A must-make if you like the heat!
Get the Recipe: Creamy Jalapeno Salsa

Salsa Taquera

A person dipping a tortilla chip into a bowl of tomato dip.
Salsa Taquera. Photo credit: Broke Bank Vegan.

Try your hands at making salsa taquera — one of the most vibrant and delicious sauces in Mexico. You’ll find this bright orange condiment at taquerías around the country.
Get the Recipe: Salsa Taquera

Salsa Ranchera

Nachos with salsa and tomatoes on a white plate.
Salsa Ranchera. Photo credit: Broke Bank Vegan.

This salsa ranchera is smoky, chunky, and spicy! It features a blend of pan-roasted Roma tomatoes, serranos, and subtle hints of cilantro. Serve it atop your favorite dishes like tofu scrambles, tamales, and burritos, or simply enjoy it with tortilla chips.
Get the Recipe: Salsa Ranchera

Olive Salsa

Two slices of bread with blackberries and tomatoes on them.
Olive Salsa. Photo credit: Food By Maria.

This Olive Salsa recipe is super easy to make, it’ll become your new favorite salsa! Combining the olives with tomatoes, jalapeños, avocados, and chickpeas makes for a fresh and nutrient-dense salsa.
Get the Recipe: Olive Salsa

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