Family Favorite Chipotle Salsa
Turn up the smoky, spicy flavors at your table with this irresistible Family Favorite Chipotle Salsa, a crowd-pleasing recipe that will elevate any taco night or snack platter! Made with fire-roasted Roma tomatoes, garlic, and yellow onion, this salsa boasts a rich, slightly charred depth that perfectly complements the bold kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. A touch of fresh cilantro and a bright squeeze of lime juice bring balance to the heat, while just a hint of sugar rounds out the flavors. It's quick to prepare in under 30 minutes and can be served as a dip with tortilla chips or as a vibrant topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats. Perfect for gatherings or meal-time indulgence, this chipotle salsa is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Ingredients
- 6 whole Roma tomatoes
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon Adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 whole Lime
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Halve the Roma tomatoes, leaving the skins on, and place them cut side down in the skillet. Add the whole garlic cloves and the peeled and quartered yellow onion.
Step 3
Drizzle everything with olive oil and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the tomatoes and onions are slightly charred and softened, and the garlic is fragrant.
Step 4
Allow the roasted vegetables to cool slightly, then transfer them to a blender or food processor.
Step 5
Add the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, fresh cilantro, juice of the lime, salt, and sugar to the blender.
Step 6
Blend the ingredients until smooth or to your preferred texture.
Step 7
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice if needed.
Step 8
Pour the salsa into a serving bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld (optional but recommended).
Step 9
Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (627.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 303.3 |
| Total Fat 16.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1586.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.7g | |
| Protein 6.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 112.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1312.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories