Door County Roasted Cherry Salsa Recipe

Published Oct 7, 2024 By Elle Ann

Image credit: 12 Tomatoes via YouTube

We’ve all had salsa before, especially if you love eating tacos, quesadillas, etc., but have you heard of a roasted cherry version? It’s so delicious and goes well with any dippers, too! It has the perfect balance of sweetness with some hint of tanginess and of course, roasted flavor.

I bet you’ll love this roasted cherry salsa by 12 Tomatoes on YouTube so much that you wouldn’t want to share it. If you’re planning to serve this at parties or cookouts, then expect to receive compliments because I’m sure this will be an instant hit! Learn how now and give it a try to see for yourself.

Ingredients for Roasted Cherry Salsa:

2½ cups of cherries, fresh or frozen
2 jalapeños, stem removed and chopped
4 Roma tomatoes, diced
1 cup of red onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, smashed
2 tbsp of vegetable oil
2 tbsp of honey
½ lime, juiced
½ cup of fresh cilantro
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

How to Make Roasted Cherry Salsa:

Ingredients for Roasted Cherry Salsa — Image credit: 12 Tomatoes via YouTube

Step 1

Preheat your oven to convection broil at 450°F, then line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Add the cherries, jalapeños, tomatoes, onion, and garlic to the prepared baking sheet, then drizzle the vegetable oil, and toss them until well combined.

Step 3

Season them with salt and pepper, then place them in the preheated oven, and let them roast for about 18 to 22 minutes.

Step 4

Once done roasting, transfer them to a blender making sure to scrape the bottom well, then add the honey, lime juice, and cilantro, and blend them until smooth or desired consistency.

Step 5

Adjust the seasoning to taste, then serve, and enjoy!