Roasted Serrano Salsa
Smoky, fiery, and irresistibly fresh, this Roasted Serrano Salsa is the ultimate way to elevate your Mexican-inspired dishes. Crafted with charred serrano peppers, roasted Roma tomatoes, and caramelized onions, this homemade salsa boasts layers of bold, roasted flavors balanced with fresh cilantro and a zesty splash of lime. Perfectly versatile, it can be blended smooth or left chunky to cater to your texture preference. This easy, 25-minute recipe is a vibrant accompaniment to tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or even scrambled eggs. With simple ingredients and a quick prep, this salsa will become your go-to for authentic, restaurant-quality flavor at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Serrano peppers
- 3 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 pieces White onion
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cups Cilantro
- 1 piece Lime
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
Place the serrano peppers, roma tomatoes, and the half onion (cut side down) on the skillet. Roast them for 10-12 minutes, turning the peppers and tomatoes occasionally, until they develop a deep char on all sides. Remove items as they finish roasting; smaller items like peppers will char faster.
Add the garlic cloves to the skillet during the last few minutes of roasting, as they cook quickly. Remove once slightly browned.
Allow the roasted vegetables to cool slightly, then add them to a blender or food processor along with the cilantro, the juice of one lime, salt, and olive oil.
Blend until you achieve your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse lightly. For a smoother salsa, blend until fully pureed.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or salt as needed.
Transfer the salsa to a bowl, cover, and let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or scrambled eggs. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2386 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 938 mg | 20% | |
*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.
