Heart-Healthy Zesty Green Chili Salsa
Get ready to elevate your snacking and mealtime with this delicious, heart-healthy zesty green chili salsa! Packed with roasted tomatillos, smoky poblano peppers, spicy jalapeño, and fresh herbs like cilantro, this vibrant salsa is bursting with bold flavors and nutritious ingredients. The roasting technique adds a layer of irresistible smokiness, while fresh lime juice and ground cumin balance the tangy and zesty profile perfectly. Made with olive oil and an optional pinch of sea salt for a low-sodium option, this versatile salsa is perfect for dipping baked tortilla chips, drizzling over grilled chicken, or adding a flavorful punch to tacos and salads. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s a must-try recipe for those seeking a healthy, guilt-free way to satisfy their cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Fresh tomatillos
- 2 medium Poblano peppers
- 1 medium Jalapeño peppers
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 small White onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them thoroughly to remove the sticky residue. Place the tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeño pepper, and unpeeled garlic cloves on the prepared baking sheet.
Broil the vegetables in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the skins start to blister and char slightly. Flip the vegetables and continue to broil for another 5-7 minutes for even roasting.
After roasting, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the vegetables to cool slightly. Peel the garlic cloves and remove the charred skins from the poblano peppers. For less heat, you can also remove the seeds from the jalapeño pepper.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeño pepper, peeled garlic, cilantro, white onion (chopped into large chunks), lime juice, ground cumin, olive oil, and water.
Blend the mixture until smooth or to your desired texture. If the salsa is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water, one at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with a pinch of sea salt (optional, for a low-sodium alternative omit this or use a salt substitute).
Transfer the salsa to a bowl or jar and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the salsa chilled or at room temperature with baked tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or as a topping for your favorite dishes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.4 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 591 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1379 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
