Description
This Tomato and Corn Chipotle Salsa is a bold and flavorful blend of smoky chipotle, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes with a refreshing hint of Meyer lemon and lime. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips or a topping for tacos, grilled meats, and seafood, this salsa delivers the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and acidity. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a must-try for any salsa lover!
Ingredients
Scale
Produce:
- 1 1/2 cups Campari tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels (raw or grilled for extra flavor)
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Juice of 1/2 Meyer lemon
Canned Goods & Seasonings:
- 3 tbsp chipotles in adobo, chopped (plus 1 tsp adobo sauce)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp honey (balances the acidity and heat)
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1/2 avocado, diced (for extra creaminess)
- 1/2 cup black beans (for added texture and protein)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Chop tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- If using grilled corn, lightly char the kernels on a grill or stovetop for added smokiness.
2. Mix the Salsa:
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, and jalapeño.
- Stir in the chipotles in adobo, adobo sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle in the Meyer lemon juice, lime juice, and honey, then mix well.
3. Chill & Serve:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, stir in avocado and black beans if using.
4. Enjoy!
- Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled chicken, shrimp, or fish.
Notes
- For a smoky kick, grill the jalapeño before chopping.
- Meyer lemon adds a floral citrus touch, but you can substitute with extra lime juice.
- For a milder salsa, use only 1 tbsp chipotles in adobo.
- Make it a meal! Serve over grilled fish or chicken for a fresh, smoky topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Rise Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook, Mix & Chill
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
