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Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde

This Homemade Salsa Verde is a vibrant, flavorful condiment made with tomatillos and peppers, perfect for enhancing any dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 1.5 cups
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 12
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound tomatillos husks removed and rinsed
  • 2 pieces jalapeños or serrano peppers
  • 3 cloves garlic unpeeled
  • 0.5 pieces white onion quartered
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro
  • 1 piece lime juiced
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons water optional, for thinning

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Blender or food processor

Method
 

  1. Preheat broiler and place tomatillos, peppers, garlic, and onion on a baking sheet.
  2. Broil for 5–7 minutes, flipping once, until charred and soft.
  3. Remove garlic skins and transfer everything to a blender or food processor.
  4. Add cilantro, lime juice, salt, and blend until smooth.
  5. Adjust with water for consistency and additional lime or salt to taste.
  6. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 12kcalCarbohydrates: 3gSodium: 230mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 20mg

Notes

Customize with fruits or different herbs. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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