Salsa Picante
Bring bold, zesty flavors to your table with this homemade Salsa Picante! This vibrant recipe combines fire-roasted Roma tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, and garlic for a smoky depth, while fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a hint of cumin elevate its authentic, spicy character. Perfect as a dip, taco topping, or fiesta-ready condiment, this salsa is effortlessly crafted in just 20 minutes, blending roasted goodness with fresh ingredients to create the ultimate balance of heat and zest. Customize the texture to your liking—chunky or smooth—and let it rest briefly to allow the flavors to harmonize. Whether paired with crispy tortilla chips or your favorite Mexican dishes, this salsa picante promises to deliver a delicious kick of flavor every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 2 pieces Jalapeño peppers
- 1 medium White onion
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
Place the tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, and garlic cloves in the skillet. Roast them for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred and blistered.
Remove the roasted vegetables from the heat and let them cool slightly.
Peel the charred skins off the garlic cloves and tomatoes (this step is optional for the tomatoes if you prefer a chunkier texture).
Roughly chop the white onion and set it aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, chopped onion, cilantro leaves, fresh lime juice, salt, ground cumin, olive oil, and water.
Blend the ingredients until you reach your desired consistency—pulse for a chunkier salsa or blend more for a smoother texture.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, lime juice, or a splash of water to balance the flavors and consistency.
Pour the salsa into a serving bowl and allow it to rest for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or any dish that could use a spicy kick!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.5 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2411 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1305 mg | 28% | |
*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.
