Spicy Tomato Dip
Elevate your snack game with this bold and flavorful Spicy Tomato Dip! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of smoky paprika, zesty lime, and fiery red chili flakes, this quick and easy dip combines pantry staples like canned tomatoes and tomato paste with fresh cilantro and optional jalapeño for an extra kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this rich and tangy dip is the perfect complement to chips, crackers, or fresh veggies. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving a spicy twist, this crowd-pleasing dip delivers the perfect balance of heat and savory goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic, red chili flakes, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with juice) and tomato paste. Mix well.
Add the sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
If using, add the finely diced jalapeño for extra heat.
Reduce the heat to low and let the dip simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Allow the dip to cool slightly, then transfer to a serving bowl.
Serve warm or at room temperature with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
553 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.5 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2910 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1474 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.
