Smooth Smoking Spicy Salsa

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with this Smooth Smoking Spicy Salsa—an irresistible blend of smoky, spicy, and fresh flavors that will elevate any snack or meal. This homemade salsa recipe features grilled Roma tomatoes, blistered jalapeños, and roasted garlic, lending a deep, smoky undertone enhanced by a touch of smoked paprika and cumin. Balanced with vibrant cilantro, zesty lime juice, and a hint of red onion, this salsa is perfectly customizable—blend it smooth for dipping or leave it chunky for added texture. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this versatile salsa pairs flawlessly with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled meats. Whether you crave bold heat or subtle smokiness, this spicy salsa delivers big on flavor and is sure to be the star of your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 5 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 2 pieces Jalapeño peppers
• 0.5 whole Red onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 whole Lime
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or broiler to high heat.

Step 2

Place the Roma tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, and unpeeled garlic cloves on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and ensure all sides are evenly coated.

Step 3

Grill or broil the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the tomatoes are charred and slightly softened, the jalapeños have blistered skins, and the garlic cloves are roasted.

Step 4

Remove the vegetables from the heat. Let the tomatoes, jalapeños, and garlic cool for a few minutes. Peel the skins off the jalapeños and remove the seeds for a milder salsa (optional). Peel the roasted garlic cloves.

Step 5

Cut the grilled tomatoes and red onion into chunks, then add them to a food processor along with the peeled jalapeños and roasted garlic.

Step 6

Add the cilantro, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Squeeze in the juice of one lime.

Step 7

Pulse the mixture in short bursts to reach your desired consistency—smooth for a dip or chunky for texture.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If you prefer additional smokiness, sprinkle in a touch more smoked paprika.

Step 9

Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and garnish with a few sprigs of fresh cilantro if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately with tortilla chips or let the flavors meld in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(517.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	260.9

Total Fat 15.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1209.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 5.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 111.8mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1137.8mg	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: 48.4%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 44.5%