Salsa Roja Recipe - Authentic Mexican Flavor

Salsa Roja — a mexican recipe (main course) with 6 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

30

Total Time (min)

4

servings

171

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Salsa Roja Recipe - Authentic Mexican Flavor

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 6 tomatoes ripe tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 jalapeño fresh jalapeño (seeded and chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeño if using.

    Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  2. Cook the Mixture

    In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.

    Avoid burning the garlic to prevent bitterness.
  3. Add Tomatoes and Jalapeño

    Add the chopped tomatoes and jalapeño to the pan and mix well.

    Cook until tomatoes are soft and release their juices.
  4. Season the Salsa

    Stir in the salt and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.

    Taste and adjust salt as necessary.
  5. Blend the Salsa

    Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then blend to your desired consistency.

    For a chunkier salsa, pulse the blender briefly.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo, Mediterranean, DASH. Diet: High-Fiber, Low-Fat

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your mexican meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Cilantro lime rice
🍽️Refried beans
🍽️Fresh guacamole

About This Dish

Salsa Roja Recipe - Authentic Mexican Flavor is a beloved dish from Mexican cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.

Mexican cuisine has deep roots in Mesoamerican and Spanish traditions. Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, it features bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and centuries-old cooking techniques.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 6 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories50kcal
Total Fat2gg
Sodium300mgmg
Total Carbohydrates10gg
Dietary Fiber2gg
Total Sugars4gg
Protein2gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineMexican