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Spicy Roasted Habanero Salsa Recipe
Spice up your meals with this easy-as-heck Roasted Habanero Salsa! Slightly charred tomatoes, onions, and habanero peppers create a smoky, vibrant flavor that's perfect for adding a kick to tacos, nachos, or simply for dipping. This versatile salsa brings the boldness and heat you crave in your favorite Mexican-inspired meals.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 3 Cups
Calories: 81 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
- 5 medium tomatoes quartered
- 1 medium yellow onion peeled and quartered
- 3 cloves garlic peeled
- 1 Jalapeño stem removed
- 2 habanero peppers stems removed
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 cup cilantro leaves and stems washed and chopped
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). In a large mixing bowl, toss the quartered tomatoes, quartered onion, whole garlic cloves, whole jalapeño, and whole habanero peppers with olive oil to coat them evenly.
- Spread the veggies in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Make sure they are not overcrowded to ensure even roasting. Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the vegetables until they are charred and soft, about 25 to 30 minutes. This roasting process helps to develop a deep, smoky flavor in the salsa, and mellows out the pungency of the onions and garlic.
- While the vegetables are roasting, toast the cumin seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat. Shake the skillet frequently and toast the seeds until they start to pop and release their aroma, about one to two minutes. Remove from heat.
- Once the vegetables are roasted, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly for handling.
- Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender or food processor. Add the toasted cumin seeds, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
- Blend the mixture until it reaches your desired consistency, whether smooth or slightly chunky. Taste and adjust the salt and lime juice before serving.
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Notes
- 🧤 Safe Pepper Prep:
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- Wear gloves when handling hot peppers like habaneros or jalapeños to protect sensitive skin. All you need to do is remove the stems, but it's always good to be cautious.
- 🍅 Salsa Texture Tips:
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- To customize the texture of your salsa, use a food processor. For chunky salsa, give the ingredients a quick pulse. For a smoother finish, blend at full speed in a high-quality blender like a Blendtec.
- 🔥 Spice It Your Way:
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- Making salsa from scratch allows you to control the heat. If you prefer less spice, use fewer habanero peppers or remove their seeds and membranes to keep their flavor but reduce their heat.
Nutrition Information
Calories
81kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Sodium
678mg
(28%)
Potassium
591mg
(17%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
1808IU
(36%)
Vitamin C
38mg
(42%)
Calcium
42mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3Cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 81
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 81kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 678mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1808IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 38mg | 42% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.