Tomatillo Avocado Salsa
Tomatillo avocado salsa is a zesty, vibrant dip that combines the tangy flavor of fresh tomatillos with the creaminess of ripe avocados. Perfect for chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled meats, this salsa is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up this delicious salsa in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 5 medium fresh tomatillos (about 1 cup, husked and quartered)
- 2 ripe avocados (about 1 cup, pitted and diced)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 small jalapeño pepper (seeded and quartered)
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse tomatillos under cool water after removing their husks. Cut them into quarters.
- In a food processor, combine tomatillos and jalapeño; pulse until chunky.
- Add avocados and blend until combined but still slightly chunky.
- Mix in lime juice and cilantro; pulse gently until incorporated.
- Season with salt to taste and stir lightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra heat, leave some seeds in the jalapeño or add serrano peppers. If you prefer a milder flavor, substitute cilantro with parsley. This salsa can be made a day ahead for better flavor development.