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Easy Tomatillo Avocado Salsa Verde Recipe

This salsa is popular for its refreshing taste and versatility, making it a favorite in Mexican cuisine and beyond.
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Course: Appetizer/Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: fresh salsa, quick recipe, tapas recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 50kcal
Author: Analida Braeger

Equipment

  • 1 Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 12 Tomatillos fresh
  • 1 White onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 Serrano chiles minced
  • ½ Cup Cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 1 Avocado diced
  • 2 Limes juiced
  • 1 tsp Olive oil extra virgin
  • ½ tsp Salt add to taste
  • ½ tsp Sugar add to taste

Instructions

  •  Place the tomatillos into a bowl of warm water in batches to remove the husks. Soak for a few minutes and the husk will be much easier to remove.
  • Slice the tomatillos into quarters and place into the bowl of food processor.
  • Pulse the tomatillos in the food processor until you have a coarse puree.
  • Pour the tomatillos into a large serving bowl, add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Add olive oil, salt and sugar to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 206mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 123IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.4mg