Guatemalan Salsa
Bring bold, smoky flavors to your table with this authentic Guatemalan Salsa, a versatile and irresistible condiment that captures the essence of traditional Central American cuisine. Made by roasting Roma tomatoes, white onion, garlic, and jalapeño pepper to perfection, this salsa delivers a mouthwatering blend of charred richness and fresh zest. Bright notes of cilantro and lime juice add a vibrant finish, while the jalapeño provides customizable heat to suit your taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, this roasted salsa is perfect as a dip for tortilla chips or a flavorful topping for grilled meats. Elevate your next meal with this easy, homemade Guatemalan-inspired recipe that’s fresh, smoky, and bursting with authentic flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Roma tomatoes
- 1 medium White onion
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
Preheat a grill, cast-iron skillet, or griddle over medium-high heat.
Place the Roma tomatoes, whole onion (halved), garlic cloves (unpeeled), and whole jalapeño pepper directly onto the hot surface.
Grill or char the vegetables for about 10-12 minutes, turning them occasionally until the tomatoes and jalapeño have blistered skin, the onion is softened and slightly charred, and the garlic cloves are fragrant.
Remove the vegetables from the heat and let them cool slightly. Peel the garlic cloves and remove the stem and seeds from the jalapeño if you prefer a milder salsa.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeño. Pulse a few times to achieve your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse fewer times; for a smoother salsa, blend more.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in chopped fresh cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve immediately as a dip with tortilla chips or as a condiment for grilled meats, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2395 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1462 mg | 31% | |
*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.
