Roasted Tomato Salsa Qdoba
Calling all flavor fiends and Tex-Mex aficionados! Get ready to dive into the fiery depths of Qdoba's Roasted Tomato Salsa, a condiment so legendary it deserves its own fan club. Forget wimpy store-bought stuff – this salsa is a symphony of smoky char, juicy bursts of tomato, and a subtle kick that'll leave you begging for more. But before you grab your chips and go salsa-berserk, let's unlock the secrets behind this addictive masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes halved (about 1 1/2 cups chopped) (300g)
- 1/4 medium sweet onion quartered (30g)
- 4 garlic cloves 20g
- 1/2 jalapeño pepper halved (30g)
- 1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce 10g
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 15g
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 15g
- Salt to taste as needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to the highest broil setting.
- Place the tomatoes, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet, cut-side down. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Broil for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are charred and softened.
- Let the vegetables cool for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the vegetables to a blender or food processor. Add the chipotle pepper, lime juice, cilantro, and salt.
- Pulse until you reach your desired salsa consistency. Serve immediately.
Notes
Don't be afraid to char the vegetables! The charred bits add flavor to the salsa.
Adjust the spice level to your preference. You can omit the jalapeño pepper for a milder salsa.
The chipotle pepper adds a smoky flavor, but you can leave it out if you don't have it.
This salsa can be made up to 1 day in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
I hope you enjoy this easy and delicious roasted tomato salsa recipe!