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Roasted Salsa


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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: vegan

Description

A delicious roasted salsa made with fresh ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Tomatoes (preferably Roma)
  • 1 medium Onion (quartered)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (peeled)
  • 1 medium Jalapeño (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Cilantro (chopped, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeño on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are charred and soft.
  4. Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and let them cool slightly.
  5. Transfer the vegetables to a blender, add lime juice, salt, and cumin if using.
  6. Blend until smooth or to your desired consistency.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
  9. Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos and other dishes.

Notes

  • For spicier salsa, include seeds from the jalapeño.
  • This salsa can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: appetizer
  • Method: roasting
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg