Charred Tomato Salsa Recipe

Elevate your salsa game with this smoky, flavorful Charred Tomato Salsa! Roasting the tomatoes brings out their natural sweetness, while chipotle peppers in adobo sauce add a delicious smoky heat. This vibrant salsa is perfect for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or adding a zing to your favorite dishes. Easy to make and bursting with fresh flavor!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 23 mins
Calories 26 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Charred Tomato Salsa

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How to Make Charred Tomato Salsa

  1. Preheat your grill, oven (broiler setting), or cast iron skillet to medium-high heat.
  2. Halve 2 pounds of ripe tomatoes and 2 jalapeños. Lightly brush with olive oil.
  3. Char the tomatoes and jalapeños until the skins are blackened on all sides (about 8-10 minutes, depending on your heat source). Turn frequently to ensure even charring.
  4. Transfer the charred vegetables to a heatproof bowl and cover with plastic wrap for 10 minutes. This allows the skins to loosen.
  5. Roughly chop 1/2 cup red onion, 1/4 cup cilantro, and 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to your spice preference).
  6. Peel and roughly chop the charred tomatoes and jalapeños.
  7. Combine the charred tomatoes, jalapeños, red onion, cilantro, and chipotle peppers in a blender.
  8. Add 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Blend until you reach your desired consistency, adding 1-2 tablespoons of water if needed.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and lime juice as needed. Add more chipotle peppers for extra heat.
  10. Serve immediately or chill for later. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g