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zesty tomatillo avocado salsa a flavorful fiesta treat

15-Minute Zesty Tomatillo Avocado Salsa That Steals the Show


  • Author: Ella Parker
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fresh and tangy salsa made with tomatillos and avocados, perfect for dipping or topping your favorite dishes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed
  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup white onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Chop the tomatillos into small pieces and place them in a bowl.
  2. Add the avocados, cilantro, onion, jalapeño, and garlic to the bowl.
  3. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt and cumin.
  4. Gently mash the ingredients together with a fork until well combined but still slightly chunky.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For a smoother salsa, blend ingredients in a food processor.
  • Adjust jalapeño quantity for desired spiciness.
  • Use within 24 hours for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: tomatillo avocado salsa, fresh salsa, Mexican dip, vegetarian appetizer