Tomatillo Salsa
Fresh, zesty, and packed with bold flavors, this homemade tomatillo salsa is the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory. Made with ripe tomatillos, a hint of lime, and just the right amount of heat from jalapeño, this salsa is an easy and delicious way to elevate tacos, grilled meats, or tortilla chips. The combination of fresh ingredients and warm spices creates a vibrant salsa that’s both refreshing and deeply flavorful. Whether you’re serving it as a dip or a topping, this tomatillo salsa is a tangy change to the usual salsa!
Recipe Steps
My friend Jerry introduced me to this tomatillo salsa when he brought it to our taco dinner, and I instantly loved it. Tangy, fresh, and with a slightly different flavor profile than my usual homemade salsa, it was a delicious surprise. Before trying his version, I had never used tomatillos in my cooking—but now, they’re a staple.
If you’re looking to shake up your usual Taco Tuesday, this salsa is the perfect addition. Made with just a handful of fresh ingredients, it comes together effortlessly in a food processor.
Tomatillo Salsa
Equipment
- 1 Food Processor or Blender
Ingredients
- 3 Medium Tomatillos
- 1 Small Roma Tomato
- ½ Red Onion
- ¼ - ½ Cilantro chopped
- 1 Jalapeno Pepper seeded & chopped
- 1 Lime juiced
- 2-4 Cloves Fresh Garlic minced
- ½ tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Ground Cumin
- ¼ Tsp. Cracked Black Pepper
Instructions
- Roughly chop the tomatillos, the roma tomto, red onion, cilantro, and garlic, then add them to the food processor. If using a blender, be careful not to over-process the salsa or risk turning it into a sauce instead of a chunky salsa.
- For a milder salsa, slice the jalapeño, removing seeds and membrane, then roughly chop and add it in.
- Slice and juice the lime directly into the food processor.
- Add salt, cumin, and pepper to the food processor. Close the lid and pulse 5-7 seconds, repeating three to four times until you reach your desired consistency.
- Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning as desired. Serve with crunchy chips and enjoy!
Victoria Cook
Victoria is a passionate home cook who became the host and chef of over 100 episodes of a private cooking show tailored for wellness practitioners and their patients. With a love for ethnic cuisines, she enjoys using a variety of spices and fresh ingredients to create flavorful, healthy meals for her husband and son. Always up for a culinary challenge, Victoria finds joy in experimenting with new recipes—and if she can whip them up in an electric pressure cooker, she’s even happier.
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