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Tomatillo Avocado Salsa

A vibrant and fresh salsa combining tangy tomatillos with creamy avocados, perfect for dipping or topping your favorite Mexican dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 medium tomatillos
  • 2 pieces jalapeños or serrano chiles, seeds removed
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 0.5 medium white onion coarsely chopped
  • 1 large avocado
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice about 1/2 lime
  • to taste salt

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Add the tomatillos, jalapeños, cilantro, garlic, and onion to a food processor and pulse for about 5 seconds until chunky.
  2. Halve the avocado, remove the pit, score the flesh, and scoop it into the food processor.
  3. Add lime juice and salt, then stir by hand until combined, keeping the avocado chunky.
  4. Taste and adjust salt as needed. Serve immediately for best freshness.

Notes

This salsa is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Stir before serving as ingredients may separate.