Creamy Salsa

Transform your snacking game with this irresistible Creamy Salsa recipe, a velvety twist on traditional salsa that’s perfect for dipping and drizzling. This flavorful blend combines roasted fresh tomatoes, aromatic garlic, zesty lime, and the subtle heat of jalapeño peppers with a dollop of sour cream for a luscious texture. A quick sauté in olive oil enhances the charred essence of the veggies, while a dash of cumin and cilantro bring bright, earthy undertones. Ready in just 15 minutes, this creamy salsa is a versatile crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or as a creamy topping for tacos and burritos. Refrigerate to let the flavors meld, and watch this bold, tangy dip steal the spotlight at any gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Fresh tomatoes
• 1 small White onion
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Cilantro
• 1 large Lime
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the tomatoes, jalapeño, and cilantro under cold water to remove any dirt.

Step 2

Peel and chop the white onion into quarters and set aside.

Step 3

Remove the stems from the jalapeño and cut it into halves. If you prefer a milder salsa, remove the seeds.

Step 4

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the tomatoes, jalapeño halves, onion quarters, and garlic cloves.

Step 5

Sauté the vegetables for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they develop a light char on the surface.

Step 6

Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a blender. Add the cilantro, sour cream, juice of 1 lime, water, salt, black pepper, and cumin powder.

Step 7

Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Pour into a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve chilled with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or use as a sauce in your favorite dishes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(833.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	516.2

Total Fat 38.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 57.5mg	0%
Sodium 1293.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 10.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 274.5mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1483.9mg	0%

*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: 60.5%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 32.1%