Fresh Tomatillo Salsa
Bright and tangy, this fresh tomatillo salsa makes a great condiment for chips, tacos, enchiladas, grilled meats, and more!
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Chill Time 1 hour hour
Total Time 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
ServingsServings8 (1/4 cup) servings
- 1 pound fresh tomatillos husked, washed, and cut in half
- ⅓-½ cup chopped white onion
- 5-6 cloves garlic
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 jalapeño seeds and membranes removed (you can add more later as needed if you want to add some heat)
- 1 small handful cilantro about ⅓-½ cup
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar optional, but raw tomatillos can be pretty tangy
Combine tomatillos and jalapeños in the jar of your blender and blend until the tomatillos are finely chopped/crushed.
Add the onions, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and sugar. Pulse until garlic, onions, and cilantro are chopped but not completely blended smooth.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. You can store this for up to 7 days.
- Store finished salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 5-7 days for best results.
- Freeze portions for up to 3 months in airtight containers or freezer bags. Thaw in fridge before use.
Serving: 0.25cup, Calories: 26kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0.1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Sodium: 219mg, Potassium: 175mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 101IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 9mg, Iron: 0.4mg
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Latin, Mexican
Keyword: Fresh Tomatillo Salsa
Calories: 26kcal
Author: Our Best Bites