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Salsa Roja

Bold Salsa Roja Recipe – Fresh, Flavorful, and Easy to Make

This Salsa Roja is a fresh and vibrant dip made with simple ingredients, ready in just 15 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salsa
  • 6 medium Roma Tomatoes Substitute with ripe beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes if unavailable.
  • 3 medium Serrano Chiles For a milder version, substitute with jalapeños.
  • 1 medium White Onion Red or yellow onions can be used as alternatives.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro If not preferred, fresh parsley can be a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Always use freshly squeezed for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Equipment

  • skillet
  • blender
  • saucepan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Salsa Roja
  1. Gather all ingredients. Wash tomatoes and chiles, chop onion, garlic, and cilantro.
  2. Preheat skillet over medium heat. Rub with olive oil. Roast tomatoes and chiles for about 5 minutes per side.
  3. Remove roasted ingredients from skillet. Blend with chopped onion, garlic, and cilantro until desired consistency.
  4. Transfer to saucepan, add a splash of olive oil, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add lime juice and salt to taste. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow the salsa to rest for a few hours before serving to enhance the flavor.

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