La Norteña's Homemade Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
63%
La Norteña's Homemade Salsa
45 min.
6
62kcal

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Welcome to the vibrant world of La Norteña's Homemade Salsa, where every bite bursts with flavor and freshness! This delightful salsa is the perfect accompaniment to any meal, whether you're hosting a lively gathering or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Crafted from simple, wholesome ingredients, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the fiery kick of jalapeño peppers, and the aromatic essence of roasted garlic.

Not only is this salsa a feast for the taste buds, but it also scores high on the health scale, making it a guilt-free indulgence! At just 62 calories per serving, it's a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free option that suits a variety of dietary preferences. The vibrant colors and bold flavors are just as appealing as the myriad of health benefits packed into each bite. With a preparation time of only 45 minutes, you can whip up this zesty treat in no time, perfect for snacking, serving as an appetizer, or even as a topping for grilled fish.

Imagine the satisfaction of dipping crispy tortilla chips into this homemade salsa, a tangy mix that will have your guests asking for seconds. So gather your fresh ingredients, fire up your grill or broiler, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will add a zing to your meals and brighten your dining experience!

Ingredients

  •  garlic head whole
  •  jalapeño peppers 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • cups sacremento tomato juice 
  • 2.5 pounds tomatoes ripe

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • blender
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Remove white papery skin from garlic head (do not peel or separate the cloves). Wrap in foil.
  3. Bake at 350 for 1 hour; cool 10 minutes. Separate cloves; squeeze to extract garlic pulp. Discard skins.
  4. Prepare grill or broiler.
  5. Place tomatoes and peppers on a grill rack or broiler pan coated with cooking spray; grill or broil for 15 minutes or until skins are blackened, turning occasionally. Peel tomatoes and peppers.
  6. Place half of garlic pulp, half of tomatoes, and half of peppers in a blender, and process until coarsely chopped.
  7. Pour garlic mixture into a bowl. Repeat procedure with remaining garlic pulp, tomatoes, and peppers. Stir tomato juice and lime juice into garlic mixture.
  8. Serve remaining salsa with baked tortilla chips or over grilled fish.

Nutrition Facts

Calories62kcal
Protein15.2%
Fat6.13%
Carbs78.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.89
Glycemic Load
3.61
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.640869524168%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
0.9mg
Naringenin
1.32mg
Luteolin
0.19mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.31mg
Quercetin
3.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:62kcal
3.1%
Fat:0.5g
0.77%
Saturated Fat:0.08g
0.48%
Carbohydrates:14.43g
4.81%
Net Carbohydrates:11.23g
4.08%
Sugar:10.05g
11.16%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:22.31mg
0.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.79g
5.58%
Vitamin C:67.91mg
82.32%
Vitamin A:2277.1IU
45.54%
Potassium:774.68mg
22.13%
Vitamin K:20.38µg
19.41%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.74%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.21%
Folate:57.45µg
14.36%
Vitamin E:1.93mg
12.89%
Fiber:3.2g
12.79%
Vitamin B3:2.14mg
10.69%
Copper:0.2mg
9.81%
Magnesium:37.19mg
9.3%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.08%
Phosphorus:73.05mg
7.3%
Iron:1.09mg
6.03%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.31%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.03%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.58%
Calcium:35.05mg
3.5%
Source:My Recipes