--- title: "Spicy Chipotlé-Lime Salsa - IVU - International Vegetarian Union" description: "A smoky and spicy chipotle-lime salsa inspired by Mexican and Ecuadorian flavors. Easy to make and perfect for parties." url: "https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/item/spicy-chipotle-lime-salsa.html" date: "2026-11-06T00:01:38+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![](https://ivu.org/media/yootheme/cache/b4/spicy-chipotl---lime-salsa-1793584355-b4c9bc6a.jpg) [ << VFA Home ](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy.html) [ ](https://ivu.org/Mexico,%20Ecuador%20,%20Sauces,%20Snacks,%20Starters%20&%20side%20dishes)[Mexico](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/mexico-2.html), [Ecuador ](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/ecuador.html), [Sauces](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/sauces.html), [Snacks](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/snacks.html), [Starters & side dishes](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/snack-side-dishes.html) # Spicy Chipotlé-Lime Salsa by Diego Hernández This spicy chipotle-lime salsa delivers a surprising kick, starting with a deep smoky flavor before the heat sneaks up on you. Inspired by a blend of Ecuadorian Aji and Mexican salsa, it is a proven crowd-pleaser that won't leave your mouth burning. For the best flavor, be sure to let it rest overnight. ![](https://ivu.org/images/yootheme/icon-clock-large.svg) Total Time 4 hours ![](https://ivu.org/images/yootheme/icon-difficulty-easy.svg) Difficulty Easy ### Translate this page to your language! 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Combine lime juice, chili peppers, garlic, onion, and cilantro in a food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture is uniform. Doing these items first is important to avoid unwanted chunks. 2. Add the drained tomato and chipotlés, then blend until smooth. 3. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, and Tabasco chipotle pepper sauce. 4. Blend the mixture until completely smooth. 5. Let sit for 3-6 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to fully blend. ### Notes: Tip: The original creator notes that this salsa was nicknamed "Sneak Attack Salsa" because the smoky flavor hits first, followed by a delayed spicy kick that doesn't leave your mouth burning. Letting it sit overnight is highly recommended for the best flavor. **Serving info:** Total recipe: 600g · Yields 20 portions · Portion size: 30g | Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Portion | % Daily Value | |---|---|---|---| | Energy (kcal) | 70 | 21 | 1% | | Carbohydrates (g) | 14.2 | 4.3 | 2% | | ↳ of which sugars (g) | 4.8 | 1.4 | - | | Dietary fiber (g) | 3.3 | 1.0 | 4% | | Protein (g) | 1.8 | 0.5 | 1% | | Total fat (g) | 1.6 | 0.5 | 1% | | ↳ Saturated (g) | 0.2 | 0.1 | 1% | | ↳ Monounsaturated (g) | 0.5 | 0.2 | - | | ↳ Polyunsaturated (g) | 0.7 | 0.2 | - | | ↳ Trans (g) | 0 | 0 | - | | Sodium (mg) | 247 | 74 | 3% | | Calcium (mg) | 19 | 6 | 0% | | Iron (mg) | 1.0 | 0.3 | 2% | | Potassium (mg) | 175 | 53 | 1% | | Vitamin C (mg) | 9.6 | 2.9 | 3% | | Vitamin B12 (µg) | 0 | 0 | 0% | ### Ingredient data sources - Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average — 170g — FDC ID: 170457 — USDA - Peppers, chipotle, canned in adobo sauce — 283g — FDC ID: 2345511 — USDA - Lime juice, raw — 45g — FDC ID: 167746 — USDA - Peppers, hot chili, red, raw — 30g — FDC ID: 170106 — USDA - Onions, raw — 40g — FDC ID: 170000 — USDA - Spices, pepper, red or cayenne — 20g — FDC ID: 170932 — USDA ⚠️ = estimated or sourced outside the listed databases. % Daily Value based on FDA 2020 Daily Values for adults (2,000 kcal diet). 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