Mexican salsa-salad

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 4

Mexican salsa-salad recipe for a fresh and healthy meal

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

Mexican salsa-salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a dip for chips or as a topping for tacos, or as a fresh and filling salad. The combination of tomatillos, tomatoes, jalapenos, and cilantro delivers a mix of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. The acidity of the lime juice helps to balance out the flavors of the salsa and provides additional benefits for your overall health. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner option.

Instructions

1.	Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them under warm water to remove any stickiness.
2.	In a medium saucepan, heat salted water and add tomatillos.
3.	Cook tomatillos until they lose their shape and turn a brownish-green, then remove from heat and drain water.
4.	In a blender or food processor, pulse the tomatillos, tomatoes, garlic and jalapeno until it reaches your desired texture.
5.	In a mixing bowl, add cilantro and onion, then pour the blended mixture over the top.
6.	Add salt to taste and lime juice, stirring well to blend flavors.

PROS

This salsa-salad is naturally low in calories, fat-free, and has plenty of vitamins and nutrients.

It’s a delicious way to incorporate healthy foods into your diet.

CONS

The heat level of the salsa can be difficult to gauge depending on the spiciness of the jalapenos used.

Additionally, some people may be put off by the texture of the tomatillos in the salsa.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salsa-salad is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and potassium.
Additionally, the lycopene in the tomatoes has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease.

	3/4 lb fresh tomatillo
	3/4 lb tomatoes
	3/4 cup chopped white onion
	1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
	3 tablespoons lime juice
	2 cloves garlic , minced
	1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh jalapeno chiles
	salt