From Our Pantry: A Look at Our Salsas

New Canaan Farms Salsas

Salsa is one of those foods that quietly does a lot of work. It can be a dip, a sauce, a topping, or the starting point for an entire meal. At its best, it brings freshness, balance, and just enough heat to wake everything else up without stealing the show.

That philosophy guides the New Canaan Farms salsa collection, shaped by chef Laurel Waters and rooted in the same thoughtful approach she brings to everything she creates. These are not salsas designed just for chips. They are built to live on the table, move easily into the kitchen, and help everyday cooking feel a little more intentional and a lot more flavorful.

Laurel approaches salsa the way she approaches cooking as a whole. Start with clean, well-balanced ingredients. Let vegetables, fruit, and chiles speak for themselves. Build flavor carefully, so the salsa enhances what it touches instead of overwhelming it. The result is a collection that feels vibrant, versatile, and deeply connected to the Hill Country way of cooking. 

Below, we introduce each salsa and what makes it special.

Fire-Roasted Cantina Salsa

Smoky, classic, and endlessly versatile

This is the salsa that earns its place in the pantry. Fire-roasted tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, garlic, and lime come together for a flavor that feels familiar but deeply satisfying. It is bold without being overpowering and works just as well straight from the jar as it does woven into everyday cooking.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with tortilla chips or crackers
  • Spoon over scrambled eggs or omelets
  • Blend with warmed goat cheese for an easy appetizer
  • Simmer with chicken, black beans, and corn for a simple dinner

 

Peach Salsa

Sweet, tangy, and full of Hill Country charm

Ripe peaches and chunky tomatoes give this salsa its loyal following. It balances sweetness with savory depth, making it feel fresh, vibrant, and a little unexpected. This is the jar people ask about after the first bite.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with tortilla chips
  • Spoon over baked chicken or fish
  • Top tacos, nachos, or quesadillas
  • Pair with pork tenderloin or grilled shrimp


Texas Tango Mango Salsa

Bright, playful, and Texas by way of the tropics

Sweet mango, tomatoes, bell peppers, and a gentle jalapeño kick give this salsa its lively personality. It brings a fresh contrast to savory dishes and adds color and movement to the table.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with tortilla chips or pita wedges
  • Spoon over grilled chicken, fish, or shrimp
  • Add to tacos or quesadillas for a sweet-savory twist
  • Stir into rice or grain bowls


Black Bean & Corn Salsa

Hearty, comforting, and deeply satisfying

This chunky blend of black beans, corn, tomatoes, and peppers does more than dip. It is filling, flavorful, and built to pull double duty as both a snack and an ingredient.

Serving Ideas 

  • Serve warm with chips or crackers
  • Spoon over grilled chicken, steak, or fish
  • Add to tacos, nachos, or baked potatoes
  • Stir into quesadillas or cornbread batter

 

Verde Chile Salsa

Bright, tangy, and gently spicy

Tomatillos, green chiles, and serrano peppers give this salsa its fresh, lively flavor. It wakes up simple meals and doubles as a reliable base for easy cooking.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with tortilla chips or tacos
  • Spoon over scrambled eggs or huevos rancheros
  • Use as a base for enchiladas or chili verde
  • Mix into rice or grain bowls


Cilantro Salsa

Fresh, fragrant, and beautifully balanced

Cilantro takes the lead in this salsa, supported by tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, and onions. It is bright and aromatic without bringing too much heat, making it easy to use generously.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with chips or vegetable sticks
  • Blend into guacamole or sour cream
  • Top fish, shrimp, chicken, or veggie tacos
  • Drizzle over grilled steak or street corn


Habanero Salsa

Bold heat with fruity depth

Habanero peppers bring heat, but also floral, fruity notes that give this salsa balance and complexity. It delivers spice without overwhelming the dish.

Serving Ideas

  • Spoon over eggs, rice, or tacos
  • Use with chilaquiles or frittatas
  • Swirl into cornbread batter
  • Pour over chicken in the slow cooker

 

Demon Salsa

Fiery, fearless, and not for the faint of heart

Ghost chiles give this salsa its unmistakable heat, building slowly and lingering long after the first bite. Beneath the fire, there is real depth from tomatoes, garlic, and lime.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve sparingly with chips or bread
  • Add heat to tacos or breakfast burritos
  • Pair with avocado and lime
  • Spoon over rice or black beans for serious kick


A Collection Made for Real Cooking

These salsas are designed the same way Laurel builds dishes at The Laurel Tree. They are flexible. They reward curiosity. And they make cooking feel easier without sacrificing flavor.

Whether you are opening a jar for a quick snack, using it as a base for dinner, or setting it out for friends to gather around, our hope is that each salsa brings something lively and generous to your table.

That is what New Canaan Farms has always been about. Flavor that feels honest, food that brings people together, and jars that earn their place in your kitchen.