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Green Sauce Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Fresh Green Sauce Tomatillo Salsa Verde That Dazzles Your Meals

Vibrant Green Sauce Tomatillo Salsa Verde elevates any dish with tangy freshness.
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Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: easy recipe, fresh salsa, Green Sauce, healthy condiment, salsa verde, tomatillo salsa
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 80kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Baking dish

Ingredients

For the Salsa

  • 1 pound tomatillos husked and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic unpeeled
  • 1-2 jalapeños stems removed; adjust for heat
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves tightly packed
  • Juice of 1 lime essential for flavor
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional for richness

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
  • Arrange the husked tomatillos, quartered onion, and unpeeled garlic cloves in a baking dish.
  • Roast the vegetables for 15-20 minutes until tomatillos are tender and slightly charred.
  • Let the veggies cool for a few minutes, then peel the roasted garlic cloves.
  • Blend the roasted tomatillos, onion, peeled garlic, jalapeños (if using), cilantro, and lime juice until smooth.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and add olive oil if desired, then blend until silky smooth.
  • Transfer salsa to a serving bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour.

Notes

This salsa is perfect for tacos or as a dip for chips. If desired, allow it to sit for a while for the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.5mg