Tomatillo Free Salsa Verde

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Brighten up your snack game with this vibrant and zesty Tomatillo-Free Salsa Verde! This unique take on the classic green salsa swaps tomatillos for roasted green bell peppers and zucchini, creating a bold yet mellow flavor profile that’s perfect for those looking to switch things up. Jalapeño adds a subtle heat, while fresh cilantro, parsley, and lime juice deliver a refreshing and herbaceous punch. The key to its smoky depth lies in broiling the vegetables until perfectly charred, blending them into a smooth, versatile sauce that complements everything from tortilla chips to tacos. Quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, this salsa verde is a must-try for any salsa lover!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 2 large Green bell peppers
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 medium Yellow onion
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 cup Water

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your broiler to high and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

2. Cut the green bell peppers and zucchini into large chunks and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

3. Add the jalapeño pepper, half onion, and garlic cloves to the same baking sheet.

4. Drizzle the vegetables with the olive oil and sprinkle with half of the salt. Toss to coat evenly.

5. Place the baking sheet under the broiler and roast the vegetables for 8-10 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they are slightly charred and softened.

6. Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.

7. Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender or food processor. Add fresh cilantro, parsley, lime juice, cumin, the remaining salt, and water.

8. Blend the ingredients until smooth, adjusting the consistency with additional water if desired.

9. Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice as needed.

10. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for your favorite dishes, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (119.1g)

Calories		45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		2.5 g	3%
	Saturated Fat	0.4 g	2%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		332 mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate		5.4 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	1.7 g	6%
	Total Sugars	2.4 g
Protein		1.3 g	3%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		22 mg	2%
Iron		0.8 mg	5%
Potassium		231 mg	5%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 137 cal (46.5%%)

Protein: 30 cal (10.3%%)

Carbs: 128 cal (43.2%%)