Garlic Salsa

Elevate your snack game with this vibrant and smoky Garlic Salsa, a quick and flavorful recipe that combines charred Roma tomatoes, roasted garlic, and jalapeño for a bold kick. With hints of caramelized onion, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime juice, this homemade salsa strikes the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors. The charring technique enhances the natural sweetness of the vegetables, creating depth and complexity in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile salsa pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or as a topping for your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. Simple, fresh, and utterly irresistible, this Garlic Salsa is a must-try centerpiece for your next party or weekday meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 5 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.5 pieces White onion
• 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the Roma tomatoes, garlic cloves, white onion, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper under cold water.

Step 2

Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add the Roma tomatoes, garlic cloves (with their skins on), half white onion, and jalapeño pepper to the pan.

Step 3

Char the vegetables for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the tomatoes and jalapeño have blistered skins and the garlic and onion develop a slight caramelization. Remove from heat.

Step 4

Peel the garlic cloves and remove the stem from the jalapeño. If you prefer less heat, deseed the jalapeño as well.

Step 5

In a blender or food processor, combine the charred tomatoes, peeled garlic, onion, jalapeño, cilantro leaves, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Pulse the ingredients until a chunky or smooth consistency is achieved, depending on your preference.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lime juice, or black pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy with tortilla chips or as a condiment for your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	556.6 grams (556.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	268

Total Fat 15.40g	20%
Saturated Fat 2.20g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1257mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 31.80g	12%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 11.90g
Protein 6.60g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1529mg	33%

*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: 47.4%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 43.5%