Description
Zesty, fresh, and bursting with bold Mexican flavor, this Homemade Salsa Verde is the ultimate green sauce for your favorite dishes. Whether you’re looking for a quick appetizer with tortilla chips, a punchy topping for tacos, or a tangy addition to grilled meats, this easy recipe delivers on every front. With simple ingredients like roasted tomatillos, spicy jalapeños, fresh cilantro, and a hit of lime, it’s one of those easy recipes that transforms everyday dinner ideas or breakfast ideas into something memorable. Ideal for anyone looking for a healthy snack, quick breakfast, or a flavorful side for easy dinners.
Ingredients
1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed
2 jalapeños or serrano peppers (adjust to taste)
1 small white onion, quartered
2 garlic cloves, peeled
0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 lime, juiced
0.5 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway until lightly charred and softened. Let cool slightly.
2. Transfer all roasted ingredients to a blender or food processor. Add cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until you reach your desired consistency.
3. Adjust flavor by adding more salt, lime juice, or another chili pepper. For smoother texture, add olive oil or a splash of water.
4. Let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
5. Serve with chips, tacos, grilled meats, eggs, or use as a sauce for enchiladas or bowls.
Notes
For a milder version, remove the seeds from the chilies before roasting or blending.
Pulse instead of blend fully for a chunkier, more traditional salsa texture.
Allow the salsa to rest in the fridge for an hour — the flavor deepens significantly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salsa / Condiment
- Method: Roasting and Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: homemade salsa verde, green salsa, tomatillo salsa, healthy snack, easy recipe, taco topping, dinner ideas