Homemade Roasted Tomato Salsa
This homemade roasted tomato salsa recipe is easy to make and delicious with tortilla chips, tacos and rice bowls.
- 1 pound tomatoes (cut in half lengthwise)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 lime
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Toss the tomatoes, salt, pepper and 3 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the tomatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a small pan and saute the jalapeño, onion, and garlic until soft.
- Place the tomatoes and the rest of the ingredients in the food processor. Process for a couple minutes and transfer to a serving dish.
If you are a regular reader, you know that I am a fan of Mexican food, and one of my favorite snacks are chips with salsa. My obsession for scratch cooking comes with its drawbacks however, as it won't allow me to open up a jar of store bought salsa. So, I make my own, regardless of how busy or tired I am.
I've already made Red Tomato Salsa and Tomatillo Salsa, and now I want to share with you anther favorite salsa recipe, Roasted Tomato Salsa. This was absolutely delicious and more than worth the effort!
The printable recipe card with exact amounts and cooking directions to make roasted tomato salsa is below.
Tomatoes: You need fresh tomatoes to make this recipe.
Onions: You can use white or red onion.
Jalapeño: Adjust depending on your taste.
Oil: I like to use olive oil, but feel free to use your favorite to cook the vegetables.
Lime: Always use fresh lime to make salsa.
Salt and pepper for flavor.
Cilantro: fresh cilantro is the best for salsa.
