Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of summer with this easy Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa. Bursting with freshness and a zesty kick, this salsa is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a lively gathering or enjoying a cozy night in. The roasting process intensifies the natural sweetness of cherry tomatoes, while the addition of jalapeños adds just the right amount of heat. Pair it with crispy tortilla chips, use it as a taco topping, or drizzle it over grilled meats for an irresistible dish that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- ¼ white onion
- 2 jalapeño peppers
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 lime (juiced)
- Fresh cilantro
- Ground cumin
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to broil and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Prepare vegetables: slice jalapeños (removing seeds for less heat) and chop onions.
- Spread tomatoes, onion, and jalapeños on the baking sheet; roast for about 10 minutes until charred.
- Allow cooling before blending roasted veggies in a food processor until desired consistency is reached.
- Fold in fresh cilantro and chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added texture, reserve some roasted ingredients to mix in after blending. Adjust spice levels by varying jalapeño quantity or removing seeds.