El Torito Salsa Version of

Elevate your salsa game with this irresistible 'El Torito Salsa' recipe, a fresh and flavorful blend inspired by classic Mexican cuisine. This homemade salsa stands out with its perfectly roasted Roma tomatoes and jalapeño peppers, which bring a delightful smoky depth to every bite. Balanced with zesty lime juice, fragrant cilantro, and a hint of cumin, this versatile dip is the perfect complement to tortilla chips, tacos, or your favorite Mexican dishes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing salsa is easy to make and bursting with authentic flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to a Mexican cantina. Perfect for parties, taco nights, or everyday snacking, this recipe is a must-try for salsa lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 5 whole Roma tomatoes
• 2 whole Jalapeño peppers
• 0.5 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Place the Roma tomatoes and jalapeño peppers on the skillet and roast them for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred on all sides.

Step 3

Once roasted, remove the tomatoes and jalapeños from the skillet and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 4

Peel the charred skin off the tomatoes and cut off the stems from the jalapeños. Remove the seeds from the jalapeños if you prefer a milder salsa.

Step 5

In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatoes, jalapeños, diced onion, chopped cilantro, garlic cloves, lime juice, salt, ground cumin, olive oil, and water.

Step 6

Blend the mixture until you reach your desired consistency (chunky or smooth). Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice as needed.

Step 7

Transfer the salsa to a bowl and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the salsa with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or any of your favorite Mexican dishes. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	518.1 grams (518.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	229

Total Fat 15.10g	19%
Saturated Fat 2.20g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2388mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 23.10g	8%
Dietary Fiber 5.80g	21%
Total Sugars 11.50g
Protein 3.90g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83mg	6%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1000mg	21%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 37.9%