Roasted Serrano Salsa

Smoky, fiery, and irresistibly fresh, this Roasted Serrano Salsa is the ultimate way to elevate your Mexican-inspired dishes. Crafted with charred serrano peppers, roasted Roma tomatoes, and caramelized onions, this homemade salsa boasts layers of bold, roasted flavors balanced with fresh cilantro and a zesty splash of lime. Perfectly versatile, it can be blended smooth or left chunky to cater to your texture preference. This easy, 25-minute recipe is a vibrant accompaniment to tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or even scrambled eggs. With simple ingredients and a quick prep, this salsa will become your go-to for authentic, restaurant-quality flavor at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Serrano peppers
• 3 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 pieces White onion
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.25 cups Cilantro
• 1 piece Lime
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Place the serrano peppers, roma tomatoes, and the half onion (cut side down) on the skillet. Roast them for 10-12 minutes, turning the peppers and tomatoes occasionally, until they develop a deep char on all sides. Remove items as they finish roasting; smaller items like peppers will char faster.

Step 3

Add the garlic cloves to the skillet during the last few minutes of roasting, as they cook quickly. Remove once slightly browned.

Step 4

Allow the roasted vegetables to cool slightly, then add them to a blender or food processor along with the cilantro, the juice of one lime, salt, and olive oil.

Step 5

Blend until you achieve your desired consistency. For a chunkier salsa, pulse lightly. For a smoother salsa, blend until fully pureed.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or salt as needed.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or scrambled eggs. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	448 grams (448.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	245

Total Fat 15.00g	19%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2386mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 29.20g	11%
Dietary Fiber 8.90g	32%
Total Sugars 12.50g
Protein 4.60g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 79mg	6%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 938mg	20%

*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: 50.0%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 43.2%