Easy Roasted Garlic Salsa Fresca π
Overview:
This delightful Easy Roasted Garlic Salsa Fresca recipe is a testament to the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine, adapted from the renowned Rick Bayless’s cooking show. Bursting with freshness, it’s the perfect accompaniment to chips, tacos, or even as a topping for bruschetta. The ingenious twist of roasting garlic infuses a mellow flavor without the bitterness, elevating this salsa to a whole new level.
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Serves: A crowd π
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe tomato π
- 1/2 onion π§
- 2 to 8 garlic cloves (depending on your love for garlic) π§
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced πΏ
- 1 teaspoon salt π§
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the Garlic: Place the unpeeled garlic cloves in a small, heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Allow them to gently roast for about 10 minutes, turning them occasionally until they’re fragrant and golden brown. Let them cool. |
| 2 | Prep the Veggies: While the garlic is roasting, chop the tomato and onion into small, uniform pieces. Mince the fresh cilantro finely, ensuring maximum flavor in every bite. |
| 3 | Peel and Mince the Garlic: Once the roasted garlic cloves have cooled down, peel them and finely mince them. The roasting process brings out their natural sweetness, imparting a rich depth of flavor to the salsa. |
| 4 | Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomato, onion, minced garlic, and cilantro. Sprinkle in the salt to taste, remembering that a little goes a long way. Mix everything together gently to ensure all the flavors meld beautifully. |
| 5 | Serve and Enjoy: Your Easy Roasted Garlic Salsa Fresca is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve it alongside your favorite tortilla chips, spoon it over tacos, or use it as a topping for bruschetta. The possibilities are endless! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 65.7
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 168.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 14.8g
- Fiber: 3.2g
- Sugar: 7.2g
- Protein: 2.6g
Recipe Notes:
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of garlic you use. More cloves mean a bolder flavor!
- For added smokiness, try grilling the tomatoes and onions before chopping them for the salsa.
- This salsa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors actually deepen and intensify over time, making it even more delicious with each passing day.
Keywords:
Vegetable, Mexican, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Enjoy your salsa adventure! π
