Fiery Red Salsa
Turn up the heat with this irresistible Fiery Red Salsa, a smoky and robust blend of roasted Roma tomatoes, jalapeños, and chipotle peppers in adobo. Perfectly balanced with the zesty brightness of fresh lime, aromatic cilantro, and a hint of cumin, this salsa packs bold flavor in every bite. The broiling technique intensifies the flavors, adding a deep, charred essence that elevates this dish above the average dip. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal as a spicy companion to tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or a flavorful sidekick to grilled meats. Bring the zing to your next gathering with this easy homemade salsa that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Ripe Roma tomatoes
- 1 small piece Red onion
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 pieces Jalapeño peppers
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo
- 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro
- 1 piece Lime
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler to high and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Place the Roma tomatoes, whole garlic cloves (unpeeled), jalapeño peppers, and red onion (cut into large chunks) on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
Broil the vegetables for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through, until the ingredients are charred and slightly softened. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Once broiled, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the vegetables to cool for a few minutes. Peel the garlic cloves and remove the charred skins from the jalapeños if desired (leave the skins on for extra smoky flavor).
Transfer the broiled vegetables to a blender or food processor. Add the chipotle peppers in adobo, fresh cilantro, juice of the lime, salt, and ground cumin.
Pulse the mixture a few times until your desired consistency is reached – either chunky or smooth.
Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more salt or lime juice as needed.
Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve with tortilla chips, as a taco topping, or alongside grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.5 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2607 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1384 mg | 29% | |
*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.
