Ultimate Party Salsa
Get ready to elevate your next gathering with the Ultimate Party Salsa, a vibrant and flavor-packed appetizer that's perfect for any occasion! This easy-to-make recipe combines the freshness of Roma tomatoes, zesty lime juice, and the aromatic punch of cilantro, all balanced with a hint of ground cumin and optional sugar for a touch of sweetness. The real secret? Lightly charring the garlic, onion, and jalapeño to bring out smoky, caramelized notes that take this homemade salsa to the next level. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile crowd-pleaser is ideal for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or adding bold flavor to your favorite dishes. Whether you're hosting a game night or planning a festive fiesta, this party-perfect salsa is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Roma tomatoes
- 1 medium White onion
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 large Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup (packed) Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Instructions
Start by prepping the fresh ingredients. Roughly chop the Roma tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño. If you prefer a milder salsa, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeño before chopping.
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside. Wash and dry the cilantro, then roughly chop it, discarding any large stems.
Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat and lightly char the garlic cloves, jalapeño, and onion pieces for about 2-3 minutes. This will develop a deeper flavor in your salsa. Allow them to cool slightly.
In a food processor or blender, combine the charred garlic, jalapeño, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, salt, ground cumin, and optional sugar.
Pulse the ingredients several times until the salsa reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, use fewer pulses; for a smoother salsa, pulse more.
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lime juice to taste.
Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and let it sit for at least 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or your favorite dishes. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
81 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1191 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% | |
*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.
