Salsa Verde
Salsa verde is a vibrant, zesty sauce that adds a burst of flavor to any dish. Made with fresh tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeños, and lime juice, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for drizzling over tacos, dipping tortilla chips, or enhancing grilled meats. With its bright green color and tangy taste, salsa verde is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion, from summer barbecues to cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh tomatillos (husked and quartered)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (washed and chopped)
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper (seeded and diced)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Rinse tomatillos under cold water, remove husks, and chop into quarters.
- For milder salsa, deseed the jalapeño before dicing it finely.
- Combine tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, garlic, and salt in a food processor.
- Blend until you reach a slightly chunky consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg