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Best Ever Restaurant Style Salsa

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A vibrant and flavorful salsa made from grilled tomatoes and fresh ingredients, perfect for dipping or enhancing meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables for Salsa
  • 9 pieces roma tomatoes Best balance of sweetness and thickness.
  • 1/2 pieces red onion
  • 1 pieces jalapeno More can be added for extra heat.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Consider roasting for sweetness.
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro Adjust amount for personal preference.
  • 1 pieces lime, juiced
Seasoning and Oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 drizzle olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by cutting the roma tomatoes in half and scooping out the seeds for a smoother consistency.
  2. Halve the jalapeno. For less heat, remove the seeds; keep them if you dare!
  3. Drizzle olive oil on the cut sides of both the tomatoes and jalapeño, then season with salt and pepper.
Grilling
  1. Grill the tomatoes and jalapeños on medium heat, cut-side down, for about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Flip the tomatoes and jalapeños over, and grill for another minute until they have grill marks.
Blending
  1. Transfer grilled veggies to a blender or food processor.
  2. Add the roughly chopped red onion, minced garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. Pulse until you reach your preferred thickness for the salsa and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSodium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving. Consider adding cumin or apple cider vinegar for extra zing.
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