Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Tuttorosso's Quick & Easy Blender Salsa
Cinco de Mayo is quickly approaching and it’s time to break out the margarita mix, sombreros, guacamole, and chips and salsa to celebrate this festive Mexican-American holiday. Before you buy some salsa for those chips, check out our Easy Blender Salsa recipe using the fresh and scrumptious flavor of our Tuttorosso San Marzano Style Whole Peeled Pear Tomatoes with Basil & Sea Salt. Enjoy fresh salsa like you do at your favorite cantina! This blender salsa recipe is quick and easy, perfect for last minute Cinco de Mayo preparations. Most importantly, this quick homemade salsa recipe is tantalizingly delicious!
Why Cinco de Mayo Calls for Salsa
Held on May 5, Cinco de Mayo is a celebration in the United States and Mexico that commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Salsas are often enjoyed during the festivities, along with other delicious Mexican dishes.
Salsa holds a significant place in Mexican cuisine. It’s typically made from fresh ingredients like tomatoes, onions, peppers, and cilantro, blended to create a variety of flavors and textures. Salsa can range from mild to extremely spicy, catering to different palates. Salsa can range in consistency from chunky to smooth, and its spiciness level can vary depending on the type of chili peppers used. The freshness and quality of Tuttorosso Tomatoes are what makes this blender salsa recipe a Cinco de Mayo hit!
The Secret to Quick and Flavorful Salsa
The foundation of any great salsa lies in the freshness and quality of the ingredients used. Ripe, juicy tomatoes provide a rich, sweet flavor to salsa. Onions, cilantro, lime, garlic, and peppers form the core of a traditional salsa, and their quality directly impacts the overall taste and texture.
Tuttorosso canned tomatoes are preferred by home cooks and chefs for their superior quality and rich flavor. Picked at peak ripeness, they are quickly canned to preserve freshness, ensuring you have access to vine-ripened tomatoes year-round. Packed in their own juices, they provide a rich, robust flavor that enhances any dish. They are a great choice for any last minute Cinco de Mayo preparations!
Your Salsa Base: Tuttorosso Tomatoes
Tomatoes play a crucial role in any salsa recipe due to their inherent juiciness and acidity. They provide the base liquid for the sauce and help bind the other ingredients together. Their natural sweetness balances the spiciness of the jalapeno peppers, while their acidity adds a refreshing zing that pleases the taste buds.
Gathering Your Salsa Ingredients
Quality Tuttorosso tomatoes are the headliner, but this blender salsa recipe also includes 1/2 small red onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1-2 jalapeno peppers (seeds and membrane for spicier salsa), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, juice of 1 lime, and kosher salt to taste. Gather these ingredients and you’ll have the foundation of a fresh, tasty salsa for your Cinco de Mayo celebration!
Making Your Blender Salsa: Step-by-Step
Once you have your ingredients, it’s a fast process! In a blender or 12-cup food processor, combine the whole tomatoes with juice and the remaining ingredients. Blend or pulse until you reach your desired consistency, whether smooth or slightly chunky. Taste and adjust your seasoning as needed. Then refrigerate the salsa for at least an hour to allow the flavors to blend.
Serving Suggestions for Your Cinco de Mayo Party
In addition to this blender salsa recipe, some other Tuttorosso Tomatoes recipes that you can include for your Cinco de Mayo celebration include Queso with Chorizo, featuring boldly spiced Mexican chorizo, onions, peppers, and Tuttorosso Petite Diced Tomatoes cooked in a cast iron skillet on a grill with lots of gooey, melty Oaxaca cheese. If you like Mexican Street Corn, you'll enjoy our Mexican Corn Salad recipe, another Cinco de Mayo favorite. Your party won’t be complete without our Easy Guacamole recipe, which you can quickly make using fresh ingredients such as our vine-ripened petite diced tomatoes.
You’ll need some drinks to go along with your favorite Cinco de Mayo dishes! A classic Mexican cocktail, margaritas are made with tequila, lime juice, and Cointreau, and can be garnished with a lime wedge and salt. Looking for something different that incorporates tomatoes? A Spicy Michelada will give your taste buds a spicy, savory, tangy punch using Tuttorosso Diced Tomatoes. A light and refreshing Mexican beer pairs well with salsa and other Mexican dishes. Finally, Agua Fresca is a traditional Mexican drink made with fresh fruit, water, and sugar, and can be a refreshing accompaniment to salsa.
Whatever your plans are for Cinco de Mayo, you can incorporate this easy and delicious salsa recipe into any Cinco de Mayo celebration you have. It’s easy to prepare, and with the fresh, high quality Tuttorosso Tomatoes as the main ingredient, it will leave a lasting impression on the palates of everyone!