Isn’t it amazing that salsa is the #1 condiment in the United States? We love salsa in our house. Whether it’s a chunky pico de gallo, or a smoky salsa verde – we have yet to meet one we diddn’t like. This recipe is no exception. When I came across it on my friend Josie’s site, I knew it was going to be a winner. First of all, it’s Rick Bayless. The man moved to Mexico for 6 years to better learn the cuisine. He knows his salsa, folks.
I also loved the addition of fire-roasted tomatoes as the base. I like using good quality canned tomatoes for the restaurant style salsas that I’ve made in the past, so I knew the flavor could only be amplified by using the fire-roasted variety. The store only had fire-roasted tomatoes with garlic on shopping day, so I adjusted my recipe by reducing the amount of fresh garlic in the recipe by a couple of cloves. My changes are reflected below. The tomatoes lended a smokey sweetness, and the cilantro and lime juice just made it so bright and fresh. Made a nice sized batch that stored in the refrigerator wonderfully for a few days!
Rustic Roasted Tomato Salsa
2 fresh jalapeno peppers
2 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
1 15-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes with garlic, in juice
1/2 cup (loosely packed) roughly chopped cilantro
1 lime, juiced
Salt and Pepper
Heat a small skillet over medium heat, and dry roast the peppers and garlic, until soft and blotchy in spots. The peppers will take about 10 minutes, and the garlic will take about fifteen.
Meanwhile, rinse the onion in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water. Shake to dry, and set aside.
Stem and peel the jalapenos, and scrape out the seeds and membranes (or leave them if you want the salsa extra spicy)! Peel the garlic, and transfer it to a food processor, along with the jalapenos. Pulse until they are finely chopped, then add the tomatoes (with their juice), and pulse a few more times to make the salsa as smooth or as coarse as you want. Pour the mixture into a medium bowl, and add the onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Stir to combine, and add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate, or serve immediately.
Source: adapted from Pink Parsley, originally from Mexican Everyday
35 Comments
This looks absolutely delicious. I love salsa and could basically eat it on anything
I really like how rustic this dish is, homemade salsa is hands-down the best.
Gosh,I’d love to dip a chip in there right now. BTW, your boys are adorable!
This really looks like a fantastic salsa. I love the use of fire-roasted tomatoes – they’re my favorite kind. I don’t know why I never thought of using them to make a homemade salsa!
I love those fire roasted tomatoes. They sound perfect for salsa!
I made this tonight and it was amazing!! Thank you so much for posting.
Found you via Pinterest – this salsa looks delicious and I can’t wait to try it! I eat salsa every. single. day.
This sounds great! I would’ve liked the recipe with fresh tomatoes as I will have an abundance soon in my garden.
We love Salsa and this one is very good
I can just imagine how good this is. wish we had fire roasted tomatoes in our country. I wonder if it would come out as good if I roasted fresh tomatoes. sigh…
Jediblink, I think it would be even better!
This looks divine! I’m excited to share with our family of gardeners on Facebook, with fresh tomatoes of course! Found you via Pinterest. Lovely work. ~Mary Beth, Bonnie Plants
Hi Laura,
Saw your recipe on pinterest and I made it! It was great (I live in the netherlands) hope to read more of your recipes.
gr. Wilma
I just found your ~ wonderful ~ site… Your salsa recipe looks sooo good, will have to try it !!
Thanks sweetie for sharing…
Unfortunately the commissary at our overseas base does not carry canned fire roasted tomatoes. :/ So, I will be making them myself! I love the smokey flavor and refuse to use regular canned tomatoes. Hopefully it works!
This is a “must try” this weekend!
I pinned you! This looks absolutely delish.
Just in time for the party picnic table.
JUST MADE IT AND I LOVE IT
I have made it numerous times and it disappears quickly! Ended up having to double it when I make it! Thanks for posting such a great recipe!
pinned! Gorgeous!
I made this for the first time two weeks ago and fell in LOVE! I actually made about 10 Mason jars since and taken them to parties and other events. People just rave over the amazing flavor. Done a mild version and a hot so far and will continue to make this salsa for years to come!
Thanks for such an amazing recipe!
This looks amazingly yummy! Am canning some salsa recipes for family and friends…will definitely give your recipe a try! Thanks for sharing! So glad I found you on Pinterest.
Just wanted to say…. love the looks of this easy recipe… I am always looking for something homemade, healthy, easy and delicious…this is a must!!! lol!!
just wondering how much garlic do I need – listed the jalapenos but not the garlic. Thx oodles – can’t wait to make this.
Cynthia, it’s two cloves. You must have missed it, it’s the second ingredient listed. Enjoy!
do you know if this can be canned with a water bath? or is it only for fresh consumption? thanks!
Tricia, I have not tried canning it myself – but I don’t see why it’ couldn’t. Check out the USDA’s page for more information on canning: http://nchfp.uga.edu/publications/publications_usda.html
My mother & I tested this recipe with very few modifications. After roasting the garlic and peppers, we decided to seed, but not peel the peppers. We also used 1/2 teas. of garlic salt, 1/2 teas. sea salt, and 1/2 teas. black pepper. Our family go-to salsa recipe was put to shame with this new version!!! We are both Texans who very much appreciate a spicy dish…our fav wine is now cooling our mouths as we type this.
I’m so glad you ladies enjoyed it. Cheers!
Sounds wonderful. Just curious, what does rinsing the onions do?
It makes them a little more milder in flavor. I thought it kind of odd too, but that’s my best guess.
I am making it tonight and I can’t wait to try it. I love fire-roasted salsa. I am from Texas and I am very picky about my salsa. I will let you know how my family likes it!
O.K. I just finished the salsa and I can say 2 thumbs up! like I said, we are picky, pace is glorified ketchup, other salsas just aren’t quite there. I am going to add a little chipotle powder for more smoky flavor.
So glad your family enjoyed it, Lynnette! I think some chipotle powder for some additional smokiness would be a great addition – you could always use a canned chipotle pepper too!