Quick Easy Salsa Roja

Transform your meals with this vibrant and flavorful Quick Easy Salsa Roja, a simple homemade Mexican salsa that comes together in just 15 minutes! Made with charred Roma tomatoes, smoky jalapeño, fresh cilantro, and a hint of zesty lime, this recipe delivers a perfectly balanced blend of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors. The key to its rich taste lies in roasting the ingredients on a dry skillet, which enhances their natural sweetness and adds depth to the salsa. Whether you prefer it chunky or smooth, this versatile salsa is perfect for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or drizzling over grilled meats. With minimal prep time and fresh, wholesome ingredients, this easy salsa roja recipe will be your go-to for elevating any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Roma tomatoes
• 1 whole Jalapeño pepper
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 0.5 whole White onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 whole Lime
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

1. Rinse the Roma tomatoes and Jalapeño pepper under cool running water.

Step 2

2. Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the whole tomatoes, jalapeño, and garlic cloves (with skins still on) directly onto the hot surface.

Step 3

3. Char the ingredients, turning occasionally, until they develop blackened spots and soften. This process should take about 8-10 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

4. Once cooled, peel the skins off the garlic cloves and remove the stem from the jalapeño. If you prefer a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeño as well.

Step 5

5. Roughly chop the white onion and fresh cilantro, and juice the lime into a bowl.

Step 6

6. Add the charred tomatoes, jalapeño, garlic, chopped onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and water into a blender or food processor.

Step 7

7. Pulse the ingredients until the salsa reaches your desired consistency — blend less for a chunky salsa or more for a smooth texture.

Step 8

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

Step 9

9. Transfer the prepared Salsa Roja to a serving bowl and enjoy with tortilla chips or as a condiment with your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	388 grams (388.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	70

Total Fat 0.70g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1199mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 17.80g	6%
Dietary Fiber 4.90g	18%
Total Sugars 7.10g
Protein 2.70g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 64mg	5%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 700mg	15%

*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: 7.1%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 80.6%