Recipes to Feed a Hungry Group of Teens -- Authentic Mexican Salsa

Snacks, munchies, and hearty appetites are a natural part of the youth ministry landscape. Just ask anyone who has worked with a group of teens. They will testify about how quickly growing teens can scarf down a plate of food and ask for more.

High on the list of youth snack favorites are chips and dips, and my wife’s original Salsa has become a youth group favorite. In this post, I am sharing the first of several recipes my wife has used through the years. Try serving this easy fix ahead dip at your next youth activity.

Salsa

1/2 small onion, chopped
12 slices pickled jalapeno pepper
1/4 tsp minced garlic
2 (16oz) cans tomatoes
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1-1/2 tsp chopped dried cilantro leaves

In blender, mix onion, peppers, garlic and juice from tomatoes. Blend until all ingredients are finely chopped. Add all remaining ingredients. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate 24 to 48 hours before serving to allow seasonings to blend. Makes approx. 4-1/2 cups.