Katie's Hot Salsa

Turn up the heat with Katie's Hot Salsa, a bold and flavorful homemade condiment that’s perfect for spice lovers! This quick and easy recipe combines fire-roasted Roma tomatoes, jalapeño and serrano peppers, and fragrant garlic for a smoky depth of flavor. Fresh cilantro, red onion, and a splash of zesty lime juice add brightness, while spices like cumin and smoked paprika provide a hint of complexity. Ready in just 25 minutes, this roasted salsa strikes the perfect balance between heat and savoriness, with the versatility to complement tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or even grilled meats. Whether you prefer it chunky or smooth, this homemade salsa recipe is a must-try for any gathering or weeknight dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 whole Roma tomatoes
• 2 whole Jalapeño peppers
• 2 whole Serrano peppers
• 3 whole Garlic cloves
• 1 whole Red onion
• 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro
• 1 whole Lime
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 3

Place the Roma tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, serrano peppers, and unpeeled garlic cloves on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Roast the vegetables in the oven for 10 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft, the peppers are slightly charred, and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 5

Remove the tray from the oven and let the roasted vegetables cool for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Peel the garlic cloves and remove the stems from the peppers. If desired, remove the seeds from the peppers to reduce the heat.

Step 7

Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender or food processor along with the chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, juice of the lime, salt, ground cumin, and smoked paprika.

Step 8

Pulse the ingredients in the blender to your desired consistency. For chunky salsa, use short pulses. For smoother salsa, blend longer.

Step 9

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings if needed, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your preference.

Step 10

Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and let it sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 11

Serve with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos, burritos, or any favorite dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(314.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	246.8

Total Fat 15.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2379.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 10.0g
Protein 4.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97.9mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 571.2mg	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: 50.2%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 43.7%