The Best Canning Salsa
A vibrant, garden-inspired salsa built for canning, this recipe layers ripe tomatoes, mixed peppers, onions, and garlic with vinegar and a hint of sugar for balanced brightness and gentle heat. Tomato paste adds body while cilantro finishes it fresh. Serve The Best Canning Salsa with chips, tacos, grilled meats, or as a pantry staple for year-round flavor.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves272
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in The Best Canning Salsa, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 46 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 67
- Heart Health
- 57
- Metabolic
- 12
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 24
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
In a large stockpot over medium heat, combine the tomatoes, onions, vinegar, tomato paste, sugar, bell peppers, banana peppers, garlic, pickling salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, check 17 pint-sized jars for cracks and the rings for rust, discarding any that are defective. Keep them immersed in simmering water until the salsa is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
- 4
Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro.
- 5
Pack the salsa into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the inside of each jar to release air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a damp paper towel to remove any residue. Place the lids on and screw the rings on tightly.
- 6
Set a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring the water to a boil.
- 7
Using a jar holder, lower the jars into the boiling water, leaving 2 inches of space between them.
- 8
Add more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Return to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 35 minutes.
- 9
Lift the jars out of the stockpot and place them on a cloth-covered or wooden surface, leaving several inches between each jar. Let them rest for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid to confirm it does not move up or down. Store in a cool, dark place.
- Calories 14.41 kcal Low Source 1%
- Protein 0.28 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 2.85 g 1%
- Total Fat 0.15 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.02 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 19.31 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.37 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.92 g --
- Added Sugars 0.38 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 6.84 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.12 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 57.53 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 4.28 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 3.2 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
The Best Canning Salsa is made with 12 ingredients and serves 272. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Banana Peppers, Black Pepper, Caster Sugar, and Diced Yellow Onion. Each serving provides about 14.41 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is The Best Canning Salsa made of?
- The main ingredients are Banana Peppers, Black Pepper, Caster Sugar, Diced Yellow Onion, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make The Best Canning Salsa?
- About 1 hr in total: 25 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 14.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is The Best Canning Salsa easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is The Best Canning Salsa healthy?
- The Best Canning Salsa has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 14.41 calories and 0.28 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. It contains Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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