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Roasted Tomato Salsa

Roasted Tomato Salsa
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Roasted Tomato Salsa is a vibrant and smoky salsa that combines fire-roasted tomatoes with fresh ingredients and zesty spices for an exciting flavor boost. Quick to prepare, customizable in heat level, and perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or chips, this salsa delivers fresh, rich taste year-round.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4–5 ripe Roma or plum tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
  • 1–2 jalapeño or serrano peppers, halved and seeded (adjust to spice preference)
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare and roast the vegetables: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Halve the tomatoes, peel and quarter the onion, and slice the peppers in half, removing seeds if you prefer less heat. Place all vegetables and garlic cloves on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and roast for 20-25 minutes, until charred spots appear and the vegetables soften, enhancing their natural flavors.
  2. Blend the ingredients: Allow the roasted vegetables to cool slightly, then transfer them to a blender or food processor. Add fresh garlic cloves (peeled after roasting), cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until combined, adjusting the texture to your liking—chunky for texture or smooth for dips.
  3. Taste and adjust: Sample the salsa and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired. Add finely chopped additional jalapeños for extra heat if preferred. Let the salsa rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe tomatoes for the sweetest, most flavorful salsa.
  • Do not skip roasting as it caramelizes sugars and adds a smoky depth.
  • Add cilantro at the end to preserve its bright color and fresh flavor.
  • Squeeze fresh lime juice right before serving for maximum zest.
  • Adjust consistency to suit your use: smooth for dips, chunky for toppings.

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