salsa verde recipe

Salsa Verde Recipe

This salsa verde is fresh, tangy, and vibrant, made with roasted tomatillos, herbs, and chilies. It’s quick to prepare and delivers a perfect balance of heat and citrusy flavor, making it ideal as a dip, taco topping, or side sauce. Explore more delicious recipes like Salsa Verde Recipe on our website.

Ingredients

1½ pounds fresh tomatillos (husked and halved)
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
¼ cup chopped white onion
1 jalapeño pepper, diced
1 serrano pepper, diced
Juice of 1 lime
⅛ teaspoon sugar
Salt to taste

Directions

  • Preheat the oven broiler and position the rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Place the halved tomatillos cut-side down on a baking tray.
  • Broil for about 5 minutes until they become soft and slightly charred.
  • Transfer the roasted tomatillos into a blender or food processor.
  • Add cilantro, onion, jalapeño, serrano pepper, lime juice, sugar, and salt.
  • Blend until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preferred texture.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator to enhance the flavor.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8