Roasted Tomato and Basil Salsa
Experience the fresh, bold flavors of our Roasted Tomato and Basil Salsa—a vibrant blend of fire-roasted Roma tomatoes, smoky jalapeño, and fragrant basil leaves, all perfectly balanced with a hint of lime juice. This easy-to-make recipe takes salsa to the next level by roasting the vegetables for a rich, caramelized depth, then blending them into a customizable texture—chunky or smooth—to suit your preference. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips or a zesty topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish, this versatile salsa is ready in under 45 minutes, including prep time. Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients and a subtle kick of spice, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, snack time, or any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the Roma tomatoes in half lengthwise and place them on the baking sheet, cut side up. Add the garlic cloves (leave them unpeeled), diced red onion, and jalapeño pepper to the same tray.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the vegetables and season with a small pinch of salt and pepper.
Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened and slightly charred around the edges.
Remove the tray from the oven and allow the vegetables to cool for about 10 minutes.
Peel the roasted garlic cloves and place them into a food processor or blender, along with the roasted tomatoes, onion, jalapeño (remove the seeds for less heat if desired), basil leaves, cilantro (if using), lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the mixture a few times until you achieve your desired salsa consistency (chunky or smooth). Adjust seasoning if needed.
Transfer the salsa to a bowl, cover, and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve the salsa with tortilla chips, or use it as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1206 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1166 mg | 25% | |
*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.
