I’m a 1 medium jalapeño girl, I keep half a jalapeño with seeds and ribs intact and remove them from the other half. Into a food processor fitted with the blade attachment add 1/2 of both a coarsely chopped red and white onion, 1 large coarsely chopped garlic clove and 1 to 2 jalapeños, depending on the level of spice you desire. If you can or jar your own whole peeled tomatoes then you are the bomb and will you ship me some?īut if you’re looking for a salsa calling for fresh tomatoes, try my Roasted Tomato Salsa. This is as simple as it gets here folks! I know you’re eyeing those cans of tomatoes but honestly unless you want pico, then canned whole peeled tomatoes are what. To Make this Homemade Salsa You Will Need: Honestly salsa isn’t hard to throw together and it makes a lot so it really is cost effective! You just need a food processor. The only way I can control how thin or thick I want it is by making it myself and I prefer it fresh with small pieces. To me, the jarred kind tastes like an overly chunk-defied pasta sauce *ack*. Some of you may not notice or even care even that there is difference, but to me there’s as obvious difference. I have to admit I’m sort of a snob when it comes right down to it because I only like fresh salsa. Well, that and watching some Nora Roberts books-made-for-TV movies. This is my favorite homemade salsa in the entire world! It’s been way too long since the last time I made it and now it was stuck in my head and I was craving salsa in a bad way. It was either Oreos or the Lifetime movies, so I nixed the cookies, which was a lot harder than you might think, and so I thought about making some baked lime tortilla chips and salsa instead. I needed a quick summer fix to make me feel better. The holidays are over, there is little sunshine, not to mention it’s cold and snowy outside which makes me want to curl up on the couch with a box of Oreos and watch dvr’d Lifetime movies. What can I say? It’s my least favorite month of the year. With classic ingredients like tomatoes, onion, jalapeño and cilantro – there’s SO much flavor! With these vegetarian Thanksgiving dishes, you'll likely forget about the turkey altogether.This homemade salsa is restaurant quality and so easy to make in your own kitchen. But don't worry-these healthier, veggie-based dishes are still utterly decadent.
For those looking to lighten things up, we also have healthier twists on Thanksgiving classics, like our Skillet Cauliflower Mac and Cheese or Brussels Sprouts with Cornbread Croutons. Even with a vegetarian menu, your favorite dishes can still feature all the butter- it's a staple in our creamy Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes and our Homemade Green Bean Casserole. We've collected over 65 recipes that prove that a vegetarian Thanksgiving doesn't have to be boring or unindulgent. If you'll be hosting friends or family with vegetarian diets this Thanksgiving, it's crucial to provide a selection of options to satisfy their Thanksgiving cravings and expectations. But when you're feeding a crowd, there are guaranteed to be some guests with dietary restrictions. And whether it's roasted, smoked, or fried, the crowning glory of the Thanksgiving feast is, of course, the turkey. Our spread often includes a selection of at least five different sides, from potatoes to mac and cheese to delectable vegetable casseroles. When it comes to Thanksgiving, we're used to over-indulging, and we wouldn't have it any other way. 65+ Vegetarian Thanksgiving Recipes That Might Make You Forget About Turkey Altogether