After making a batch of salsa verde, I knew the next thing to tackle was salsa roja. It’s one of those classic salsas that works with almost everything—chips, tacos, grilled meats, or even spooned over eggs the next morning.
I wanted this version to have plenty of flavor without going overboard on the heat since the salsa verde I had made earlier already packed a bit of a kick.
The result was a bright, tomato-forward salsa that disappeared almost immediately once my friends got their hands on it. This one has definitely earned a permanent spot in my football Sunday snack rotation.
Quick Guide to This Salsa Roja
Prep time: about 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Flavor: tomato-forward with mild heat
Best for: chips, tacos, burrito bowls, and game day snacks
Salsa Roja
I am so happy with how this turned out, my friends and I devoured all of the salsa and this will be in my regular football snack rotation.
Salsa Roja
Salsa Roja
The perfect addition to your football sunday
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Roma Tomatoes chopped
- 1 Small White Onion chopped
- 2 Jalapeños chopped
- 2 Garlic Cloves chopped
- 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
- Lime Juice from 1/2 a lime
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/4 tsp Cumin
- Salt to taste
Instructions
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Add tomatoes, onion, peppers, garlic, cilantro and lime juice to a food processor/blender. Process until fairly smooth.
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Heat a large pot to medium heat and add olive oil. Add the salsa and it will sear quickly.
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Add cumin and bit of salt.
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Bring to a quick boil and reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
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Season with salt if needed and stir.
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Cool and refrigerate until ready to use.
Recipe Notes
- This recipe requires a blender, I use a NutriBullet
- You can add more lime, cilantro, or jalapeños to adjust to your personal preferences.
Notes
This recipe is very flexible. You can easily adjust the flavors depending on what you like:
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Add more jalapeños if you want extra heat
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Add more lime juice for brightness
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Add extra cilantro for a fresher flavor
The salsa will also continue to develop flavor after it sits in the refrigerator for a few hours.
Serving Ideas
This salsa roja works well with:
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tortilla chips
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tacos
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grilled chicken
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scrambled eggs
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burrito bowls
It’s also a great addition to a game day spread alongside guacamole, queso, and other dips.
Equipment
This recipe requires a blender or food processor. I use a NutriBullet, which makes quick work of the tomatoes and peppers.
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Can’t wait to try this recipe out!
it’s SO easy!