Name: Garden Roasted Vegetable Salsa: Fresh & Easy Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 poblano peppers; 1 ear of corn, shucked; 1 white onion, peeled and quartered; 1 large carrot, peeled; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 pinch salt; 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 lime, juiced; Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Unleash a symphony of smoky sweetness with this vibrant roasted veggie salsa. Charred to perfection, each bite delivers a burst of flavor that elevates any dish from tacos to grilled fish, or simply enjoyed with crispy tortilla chips.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Place poblano peppers, corn, onion, carrot, and garlic on the preheated grill. Roast for 2 to 3 minutes and remove garlic and onion. Continue roasting poblano pepper, corn, and carrot until you get a nice, even char, 3 to 4 minutes more. (7 minutes)

03

Step

Place blackened peppers into a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 20 minutes. Remove and discard skins and seeds. (25 minutes)

04

Step

Cut kernels off of corn cob. Dice onions, carrots, and poblanos into medium-sized pieces. Mix garlic and 1 pinch salt together in a bowl to make a paste. (15 minutes)

05

Step

Whisk cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, and garlic paste together in a medium bowl. Mix in roasted vegetables. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve, at least 30 minutes; serve chilled. (35 minutes)

For an extra layer of smoky depth, consider using wood chips like mesquite or hickory when grilling the vegetables.
If you don't have an outdoor grill, a grill pan on the stovetop or even roasting the vegetables in the oven at 400°F (200°C) will work nicely. Watch carefully to achieve a good char.
Adjust the amount of lime juice and salt to your taste. A little bit of heat from a pinch of cayenne pepper or a finely diced jalapeño can also add a welcome kick.

Agustina Williamson

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