Fresh Texas Salsa
Bursting with smoky, charred flavors and a hint of heat, Fresh Texas Salsa is a vibrant blend of roasted Roma tomatoes, jalapeños, and garlic, paired with crisp red onion and fragrant cilantro. This quick and easy recipe is elevated with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and a touch of ground cumin for authentic Southwestern flair. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips or a zesty topping for tacos and grilled dishes, this salsa is both versatile and crowd-pleasing. Ready in just 25 minutes, Fresh Texas Salsa offers a balanced fusion of fresh and roasted elements, making it an irresistible addition to your appetizer spread or weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole Roma tomatoes
- 2 whole Jalapeño peppers
- 1 medium Red onion
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 bunch Fresh cilantro
- 1 whole Lime
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (optional, for roasting)
Instructions
Preheat your broiler on high.
Cut the Roma tomatoes in half and place them cut-side up on a baking sheet. Optionally, you can drizzle with olive oil for extra flavor.
Add the whole jalapeño peppers and peeled garlic cloves to the baking sheet alongside the tomatoes.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler for about 8-10 minutes, or until the vegetables start to char slightly. This enhances their flavor.
While the vegetables are broiling, finely dice the red onion and chop the cilantro leaves. Set them aside.
Remove the broiled vegetables from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes. Once cool, dice the tomatoes and jalapeños (remove seeds for less heat). Chop the broiled garlic finely.
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, red onion, and cilantro.
Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and add the salt and ground cumin. Stir until evenly combined.
Taste the salsa and adjust salt or lime juice to your preference.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or let it chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2415 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1528 mg | 33% | |
*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.
