Secret Salsa

Dive into bold and smoky flavors with this irresistible "Secret Salsa" recipe, a perfect blend of charred Roma tomatoes, blistered jalapeño peppers, and fragrant roasted garlic. This quick and easy homemade salsa comes together in just 20 minutes, featuring fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and a hint of cumin for an extra layer of depth. Designed to be customizable, you can adjust the spice level by removing jalapeño seeds or opting for a chunkier or smoother texture when blending. Perfect for pairing with tortilla chips, drizzling over tacos, or serving alongside grilled foods, this salsa is guaranteed to elevate any meal. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, the "Secret Salsa" will be your go-to dip that leaves everyone begging for the recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized Roma tomatoes
• 2 whole jalapeño peppers
• 0.5 medium-sized red onion
• 2 whole garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 whole lime
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Slice the Roma tomatoes in half and place them cut side down in the skillet. Add the whole jalapeño peppers and unpeeled garlic cloves to the pan.

Step 3

Cook everything for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the tomatoes are charred and softened, the jalapeños are blistered, and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 4

Remove the skillet from heat. Allow the garlic cloves to cool slightly, then peel them.

Step 5

In a food processor or blender, combine the charred tomatoes, jalapeños (remove seeds for a milder salsa), peeled garlic, chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro.

Step 6

Squeeze the juice of one lime into the mixture and add olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Pulse the ingredients until they reach your desired consistency, either chunky or smooth.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if needed.

Step 9

Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and set aside for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld, or serve immediately with chips, tacos, or grilled dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(552.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	248.0

Total Fat 16.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1227.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 5.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.0mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1139.2mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 39.8%