Chile Garden Salsa
Bring the bold, fresh flavors of the garden straight to your table with this irresistible Chile Garden Salsa. Bursting with the natural sweetness of charred Roma tomatoes and the zesty heat of fresh jalapeños, this easy homemade salsa is elevated by smoky cumin, fragrant cilantro, and a splash of tangy lime juice. Whether you like it chunky or smooth, this quick recipe delivers authentic Mexican flare in just 20 minutes. Perfect as a dip for crispy tortilla chips or a topping for tacos, burritos, and grilled meats, this vibrant salsa is a must-have for any fiesta. Plus, it’s easy to customize—control the spice level by adjusting the jalapeño seeds or tweak the seasoning to your taste. Simple, smoky, and utterly delicious, it’s garden-fresh goodness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Roma tomatoes
- 2 medium Fresh jalapeños
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
Place the Roma tomatoes, jalapeños, and unpeeled garlic cloves onto the skillet or grill.
Cook the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they develop charred spots. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
Peel the garlic cloves and remove the stems from the jalapeños. For a less spicy salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeños.
In a food processor or blender, combine the charred tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, chopped red onion, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the mixture in short bursts until you achieve your desired salsa consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse carefully to avoid overprocessing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add a teaspoon of olive oil to enhance the texture and balance the flavors.
Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the salsa with tortilla chips, or use it as a condiment for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
271 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.4 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1802 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1269 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
