This roasted tomato salsa is the perfect addition to any meal, whether you're serving it as a dip with chips or topping off your favorite Mexican dishes. The roasted tomatoes add a depth of flavor that you just can't get from store-bought salsa.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Roma tomatoes
- 1 small onion, quartered
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 jalapeno peppers
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F.
- Cut the tomatoes in half and place them on a baking sheet, cut side down.
- Add the quartered onion, garlic cloves, and jalapeno peppers to the baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tomato skins start to blister.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Peel off the tomato skins and discard.
- In a food processor, combine the roasted vegetables, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pulse until the salsa reaches your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Interesting Facts
Roasting the tomatoes brings out their natural sweetness and adds a smoky flavor to the salsa.
You can customize the level of heat in the salsa by adjusting the amount of jalapeno peppers you use.
Homemade salsa is healthier and fresher than store-bought varieties, with no added preservatives or artificial ingredients.