Avocado Salsa Verde Recipe | Happy healthy eating

This is chunky Avocado green sauce Stuff hungry dreams are made of! Each bite is loaded with tomatillos, cilantro, garlic, onion, jalapeño and avocado to smooth it out and take it over the top! It's the perfect dip or condiment for any taco.

Why You'll Love This Avocado Salsa Verde Recipe

If you're not sure what to serve as an appetizer for your next gathering, this cilantro-packed avocado salsa verde is for you!

• authentic There are no exotic ingredients for the most authentic Mexican salsa, just fresh vegetables and ground cumin.
• versatile Swap lime juice for lemon juice, add leftover guacamole, or stir in diced mango.
• effortlessly Add everything to the food processor and pulse it until you're happy with the texture.
• Great for gatherings. Double or triple the recipe as needed and serve up an easy appetizer in minutes that everyone will enjoy.

What is salsa verde?

Salsa Verde is a traditional style of Mexican salsa. Tomatillos, jalapeños, serranos, cilantro, and even avocados are its most common ingredients. Garlic and onion are added for more flavor and aroma. Spices like cumin, herb oregano or chili powder can also be used. The mixture can be processed until smooth, but can be left chunky for more texture. Salsa is usually served with corn chips or tacos.

Recipe ingredients

A sprinkling of smoky cumin helps balance the tang of the tomatillos and lime juice in the salsa. Scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact ingredient amounts.

• Tomatillos – Make sure to remove the husk.
• sweet onion – You can also use white or red onion for this.
• cilantro – Remove any yellow or brown stems and leaves.
• garlic – I prefer fresh garlic or garlic paste. Avoid garlic powder as it can make the salsa gritty.
• Lemon juice – Lemon juice also works.
• jalapeño – Use serranos for a spicy sauce.
• Crushed cumin seeds – If you are not a fan of its smokiness, skip it.
• salt – Kosher salt is best.
• Avocado – You can use leftovers Guacamole such as

How to Make Salsa Verde with Avocado

The food processor (or blender) will do all the work for you. Scroll to the bottom of the post for the full recipe card.

• Blend. Process all salsa ingredients, except avocado, until smooth.
• Make it chunky. Add the avocado and stir until the mixture is slightly crumbly. Serve and enjoy with tortilla chips!

Tips for success

You can make this garlic avocado salsa verde completely smooth or add sweet mango slices if you like.

• Smooth it out. If you can't get chunks of avocado in your salsa, process the mixture until completely smooth.
• Take coriander leaves. Sometimes fresh cilantro in salsas turns bitter after 1-2 days. If you're eating or not finishing the salsa right away, it's best to make the recipe without the cilantro and add it before serving.
• Roast them. Place the tomatillos on a baking sheet. Roast them at 400F for 15 minutes or until lightly charred. Add them to the recipe as usual for a smoky flavor.
• Prepare ahead. Make salsa without avocado. Pour it into an ice cube tray and refrigerate for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and add the avocado before serving.
• Make it productive. Add 1/4-1/2 cup chopped mango or pineapple for some natural sweetness and a tropical vibe.

Ways to use Avocado Salsa Verde

I like to serve my spicy avocado salsa verde with tortilla chips for a quick appetizer. You can use it in my top Grilled Ribeye Steak, Skirt Steak Tacosor Cast Iron Cowboy Steak. If you like poultry, try this on me Turkey toast or Shredded Chicken Tacos. my Air Fryer Chicken Breast Another great option.

Proper storage

This avocado salsa verde must be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can cover the serving bowl with foil to reduce clean-up. It is meant to be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. Avoid reheating it as the lime juice will turn bitter.

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