Mexican Green Sauce with Tomatillos and Avocado Salsa Verde
Bursting with vibrant flavors and creamy textures, this Mexican Green Sauce with Tomatillos and Avocado Salsa Verde is the ultimate blend of fresh, roasted, and zesty ingredients. Combining charred tomatillos, silky avocado, and aromatic cilantro, this salsa delivers a bold yet balanced kick from jalapeño and garlic, all rounded out with a squeeze of tangy lime juice. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or a drizzle over grilled meats, this quick and easy recipe packs flavor in just 15 minutes. Its silky-smooth texture can be customized for consistency, while optional vegetable oil enhances the glossy finish. A true star for anyone seeking authentic Mexican-inspired cuisine, it's gluten-free, vegan, and bursting with wholesome goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 medium Tomatillos
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh cilantro
- 2 small Garlic cloves
- 1 whole Jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 small White onion
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat a dry skillet or stovetop griddle over medium heat.
2. Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them thoroughly to eliminate any sticky residue.
3. Place the tomatillos and jalapeño pepper on the skillet, roasting them for 5 minutes. Turn occasionally until they have soft, charred spots.
4. Peel and dice the white onion into quarters.
5. Peel and pit the avocado, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
6. Add the roasted tomatillos, jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat, if desired), white onion, garlic cloves, cilantro, lime juice, and salt into the blender.
7. Blend all ingredients until smooth. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water for a thinner consistency, if necessary.
8. Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
9. For a glossy finish, stir in a teaspoon of vegetable oil (optional).
10. Transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2390 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1998 mg | 42% | |
*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.
