Original Green Salsa

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 11
Authentic Green Salsa recipe using tomatillos, green tomatoes, and mild chile peppers
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pounds tomatillos , husked and cut in half
3 green tomatoes , chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
2 mild chile peppers , chopped
1 shallot , chopped
5 sprigs cilantro , chopped
1/3 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup garlic powder to taste
1 teaspoon salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
107
Sugar
3g
Fat
9g
Green Salsa is a traditional Mexican condiment that adds a bright, zesty flavor to many dishes. This version uses roasted tomatillos and green tomatoes along with mild chile peppers, shallot, and cilantro to create a smooth and tangy salsa that pairs well with chips, tacos, burritos, and grilled meats. The acidity of the tomatillos and tomatoes balances out the heat of the chile peppers to create a well-rounded flavor that will keep you coming back for more.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2.Spread the tomatillos and green tomatoes evenly on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt.
3.Roast for about 20 minutes or until lightly browned.
4.In a bowl, mix the roasted tomatillos and tomatoes with the chopped chile peppers, shallot, cilantro, and white vinegar.
5.Add garlic powder and salt to taste and mix well.
6.Use a food processor or blender to blend the mixture until it is smooth.
7.Serve chilled or at room temperature.

PROS

This salsa is easy to make and has a bright, tangy flavor with a little heat from the chile peppers.
It makes a great dip for chips or a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.

CONS

Some people may find the texture of the pureed tomatillos and tomatoes to be too slimy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatillos are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. They also contain antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation in the body. Chile peppers contain capsaicin, which can boost metabolism and reduce inflammation.

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