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Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Homemade Tomatillo Salsa Verde for Zesty Flavor Adventures

This homemade Tomatillo Salsa Verde features the zesty kick of fresh tomatillos, making it a quick and healthy crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Food FAQs
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salsa
  • 1 pound Fresh Tomatillos Opt for ripe tomatillos for the best taste.
  • 1 medium Yellow or White Onion Cut into large chunks for even roasting.
  • 1 piece Serrano or Jalapeño Pepper Start with one pepper to control spiciness.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Roast with skin on for mellow sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Feel free to substitute with another neutral oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Essential for balancing flavors.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Chop finely to release aroma.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • 6 cups Tortilla Chips Make sure to have plenty on hand for dipping!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Remove the husks from the fresh tomatillos and rinse them under water. Cut them in half and place on the baking sheet along with onion and pepper.
  3. Drizzle avocado oil over the tomatillos, onion, and peppers. Sprinkle with sea salt and toss until well coated.
  4. Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until slightly charred.
  5. Allow vegetables to cool, peel garlic, and remove stems from the peppers.
  6. In a food processor, combine roasted ingredients, remaining avocado oil, lime juice, cilantro, and sea salt. Blend until smooth.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.
  8. Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftover salsa in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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