Salsa Verde (Green Salsa)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 1

Tasty Salsa Verde Recipe for a perfect Mexican Meal

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	12 ounces tomatillos , cleaned with husks removed ( Mexican green tomatoes )
	1/2 small onion , chopped
	1 tablespoon cilantro , fine-chopped
	1 teaspoon serrano chili , minced
	1 garlic clove , minced
	1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
	1/8 teaspoon sugar
	salt , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.1g

Salsa Verde is a popular Mexican sauce that is created with roasted tomatillos and chili pepper as the primary ingredients. The dish got its green color from the tomatillos and is served cold either as a dip or a sauce. Salsa Verde is effortless to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. The dish is served in various Mexican restaurants in the country and worldwide due to its refreshing and tangy taste.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven at 425 degree Fahrenheit.
2.	Put the tomatillos, onions, garlic, and serrano pepper in a baking sheet. Cover the baking sheet with a foil and roast the ingredients for 12-14 minutes.
3.	Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it cool.
4.	Put the roasted ingredients in a blender. Add the ground cumin, sugar, salt, and cilantro to the blender and blend the mixture until it is smooth and create a salsa texture.
5.	Adjust the seasoning as per the taste and serve it immediately or keep it refrigerated until consumption.

PROS

Salsa Verde is a delicious appetizer that is easy to make and can be served with tacos, nachos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes.

The fresh ingredients and herbs utilized in the recipe give a unique flavor to the salsa and popular among health-conscious individuals.

CONS

The spice level of the Salsa Verde can be too high for some individuals.

Also, the dish might be a bit sour for those who are not resistant to sour foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salsa Verde is a low-calorie dish that is high in antioxidants.
The tomatillos present in the recipe are filled with vitamin C and phytochemical compounds that are proven to be beneficial for the immune system and vision. The chili pepper contains capsaicin which is helpful in weight loss and pain relief.