SALSA VERDE 🌿✨ Raw Green Salsa Recipe ✨🌿

This vibrant, fresh salsa is perfect for topping tacos, dipping with tortilla chips, or adding to any dish that needs a burst of flavor! It’s quick, easy, and packed with bright, zesty goodness.

Ingredients:

  • 5 medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed
  • 1 small white onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • 1-2 serrano peppers (adjust to spice preference), stems removed
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, packed
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • Water (optional, for adjusting thickness)

Instructions:

  1. Prep the ingredients:

    • Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them well to remove the sticky residue.
    • Chop the onion into large chunks.
    • Remove the stems from the serrano peppers. Deseed them if you prefer a milder salsa.

  2. Blend:

    • In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatillos, onion, garlic, serrano peppers, and cilantro.
    • Blend until smooth but slightly chunky. Add a little water if you prefer a thinner consistency.

  3. Add flavor:

    • Stir in the lime juice and salt.

  4. Adjust and taste:

    • Taste and adjust the seasoning. Add more salt or lime juice if needed.

  5. Serve and enjoy:

    • Transfer to a bowl and serve immediately, or chill for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Drizzle over tacos, enchiladas, or grilled chicken.
  • Serve as a dip with tortilla chips.
  • Spoon onto scrambled eggs for a zesty kick!

Enjoy your fresh, homemade raw green salsa! 🌶️🍃

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