A delicious, smoky roasted tomato salsa perfect for dipping with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes.
Ingredients
- 4 romato tomatoes halved
- 1 jalapeño pepper de-seeded
- 1 medium onion quartered
- 3 cloves garlic unpeeled
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the tomatoes, jalapeño, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are slightly charred.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Peel the garlic and transfer all the roasted vegetables to a blender or food processor.
- Add the cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
- Blend until you reach the desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for later use.
Nutrition
Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 0.5gSodium: 230mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg