Genies Magic Salsa

Elevate your appetizer game with Genie’s Magic Salsa, a vibrant, smoky, and zesty homemade salsa that’s as enchanting as its name suggests. This recipe transforms simple ingredients like charred Roma tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño pepper into a flavor-packed masterpiece with the perfect balance of heat and acidity. Fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a hint of smoked paprika add layers of brightness and depth, while a splash of olive oil ties everything together for a silky finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salsa pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. Whether you're hosting a party or craving a quick snack, Genie’s Magic Salsa is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that's bursting with bold, fresh flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
• 1 large Lime
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Place the Roma tomatoes and the jalapeño pepper onto the heated skillet. Allow them to char slightly on all sides, about 5-7 minutes, until they develop a smoky appearance. Remove them from the skillet and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

Roughly chop the cooled Roma tomatoes, jalapeño pepper, and half of the red onion. For the jalapeño, remove the seeds for a milder salsa or leave them in for more heat.

Step 4

Place the chopped tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and garlic cloves into a food processor or blender.

Step 5

Add the cilantro leaves, the juice of one lime, salt, ground cumin, olive oil, and smoked paprika to the food processor.

Step 6

Pulse the mixture a few times until it reaches your desired consistency. Pulse less for a chunkier salsa or more for a smoother blend.

Step 7

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice as needed.

Step 8

Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and allow it to sit for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	804.3 grams (804.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	304

Total Fat 16.40g	21%
Saturated Fat 2.20g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2451mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 40.40g	15%
Dietary Fiber 13.40g	48%
Total Sugars 17.80g
Protein 8.30g	17%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 201mg	15%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2105mg	45%

*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: 43.1%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 47.2%