No Joke Texas Salsa

Get ready to turn up the heat with this irresistible "No Joke Texas Salsa," a bold and smoky homemade salsa that’s packed with flavor and perfect for any Tex-Mex feast! Featuring fire-roasted Roma tomatoes, jalapeño and serrano peppers, and fragrant roasted garlic, this salsa delivers a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors that will have everyone coming back for more. Fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and a hint of smoked paprika and cumin round out its vibrant, authentic taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile salsa is perfect for pairing with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or even as a topping for grilled meats. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or simply upgrading taco night, this homemade Texas salsa is sure to steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 large Roma tomatoes
• 2 medium Jalapeño peppers
• 1 medium Serrano peppers
• 1 medium Red onion
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 large Lime
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Place the Roma tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, serrano pepper, and unpeeled garlic cloves on the skillet. Roast them for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred and blistered.

Step 3

Remove the vegetables from the skillet. Allow them to cool slightly, then peel the garlic and remove the stems from the peppers. For less heat, remove the seeds from the peppers as well.

Step 4

In a food processor or blender, add the roasted tomatoes, peppers, peeled garlic, red onion (cut into quarters), and fresh cilantro.

Step 5

Squeeze the juice of the lime into the food processor, being careful to remove any seeds.

Step 6

Add the smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and olive oil.

Step 7

Pulse the mixture a few times, then blend until you reach your desired consistency. Blend briefly for a chunky texture, or longer for a smoother salsa.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lime juice to balance the flavors.

Step 9

Transfer the salsa to a bowl and let it rest for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or your favorite Tex-Mex dishes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1042.7 grams (1042.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	380

Total Fat 16.90g	22%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2419mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 58.50g	21%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 26.70g
Protein 9.90g	20%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 203mg	16%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 2356mg	50%

*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: 35.7%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 55.0%