Best 5 Fire Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa Recipes

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Fire roasted cherry tomato salsa is a tantalizing condiment that captures the essence of summer's bounty. With its smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors, this salsa is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, tacos, and nachos. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy kick, there's a fire roasted cherry tomato salsa recipe out there to suit your palate. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and let's explore the art of creating this delicious and versatile salsa.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FIRE-ROASTED CHERRY TOMATO SALSA



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This gorgeous salsa would shine on any big-game snack table. The fire-roasting brings out a tremendous amount of flavor and provides just the right touch of smoky goodness. I'm sure your friends are more than happy with the jarred stuff, but once in a while it's nice to see if they're paying attention.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Tomato Salsa Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pint cherry tomatoes, or more to taste
1 yellow onion, roughly chopped
8 cloves garlic, unpeeled
3 jalapeno peppers, sliced
⅓ cup firmly packed fresh cilantro leaves
1 lime, juiced
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and brush with olive oil.
  • Spread tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeno peppers onto prepared baking sheet.
  • Cook under the preheated broiler for 5 minutes. Turn the baking sheet and continue broiling until vegetables are charred, about 5 minutes more. Cool slightly.
  • Remove garlic from skins; discard skins.
  • Blend tomatoes, onion, peeled garlic, jalapenos, any accumulated juices from the baking sheet, cilantro leaves, lime juice, cumin, cayenne pepper, and oregano in a blender until salsa is smooth. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 2 hours. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 12.5 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

FIRE ROASTED TOMATO BLENDER SALSA



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Using canned fire-roasted tomatoes in this one-bowl salsa adds a hint of char -- without turning on your oven.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro (leaves and thin stems only)
One 15-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
2 cloves garlic
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
1/2 small red onion, chopped
Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • In this order, put the cilantro, tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno, onion, lime juice and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a blender. Pulse until broken down but still chunky, scraping the inside of the carafe as necessary.

FIRE-ROASTED SALSA



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Canned tomatoes never tasted better than they do in this restaurant-quality salsa you can have ready in 15 minutes flat. Cilantro and a splash of lime add refreshing flavor. -Missy Kampling, Mountain View, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 cup sliced onion
1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, sugar and salt. Cover and process until desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 13 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FIRE-ROASTED TOMATO SALSA



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"I've been making this salsa for a few years now. Chipotle pepper gives it a smoky kick. The recipe makes a big batch, but it doesn't last a day in our house." -Pamela Paula, Weeki Wachee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds tomatoes (about 6 medium)
1 jalapeno pepper
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Grill tomatoes and jalapeno, covered, over medium-hot heat for 8-12 minutes or until skins are blistered and blackened, turning occasionally. Immediately place in a large bowl; cover and let stand for 20 minutes., Peel off and discard charred skins. Discard stem and seeds from jalapeno; cut tomatoes into fourths. Set jalapeno and tomatoes aside. , Place the cilantro, onions and garlic in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Add the chipotle pepper, tomatoes and jalapeno; cover and pulse until blended., Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the chilies, lime juice, oil and salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FIRE ROASTED TOMATO SALSA



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Grilling the tomatoes, green chilies and jalapenos gives this salsa an outdoors flavor to match the flavor of my Marinated Grilled Beef Fajitas, recipe #30388 or just served with some crisp tortilla chips. Add more green chilies and jalapenos if desired for a hotter taste.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Peppers

Time 23m

Yield 3 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs plum tomatoes, cored and cut in half lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large green chili pepper
1 large jalapeno
1 small red onion, sliced into thick slices
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 head garlic

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss tomatoes with oil, salt and pepper.
  • Cut the top off the garlic head and brush with olive oil; wrap in foil.
  • Lightly oil grill rack.
  • Place garlic, onion slices (brushed with olive oil) tomatoes, green chili and jalapeno on hot oiled grill rack; grill for 8 to 10 minutes or until onion and tomatoes begin to char and soften and pepper skins are charred and blistered, turning occasionally.
  • Transfer vegetables to a cutting board, and wrap peppers in foil to steam until cool enough to handle.
  • Remove skin, stems, and seeds from the peppers; discard.
  • Finely chop the peppers.
  • Chop the tomatoes, onion and garlic.
  • Combine peppers, tomatoes and any juices, onion, cilantro, lime juice, garlic and salt in a bowl.
  • If not serving right away, cover and refrigerate up to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 990.8, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 10.4, Protein 4.7

Tips:

  • Choose the ripest tomatoes possible. This will ensure the best flavor in your salsa.
  • Roast the tomatoes before making the salsa. This intensifies their flavor and sweetness.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor your salsa. This will give it a more complex flavor profile.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add fruits, vegetables, or even meats to your salsa to create a unique flavor.
  • Make sure to taste your salsa as you make it and adjust the seasonings to your liking.

Conclusion:

Fire-roasted cherry tomato salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are using it as a dip, a sauce, or a marinade, fire-roasted cherry tomato salsa is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to add some flavor to your food, give this recipe a try.

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