5 from 30 votes
Avocado Salsa
Avocado Salsa is a vibrant dip made from blistered tomatillos, jalapeño, and garlic combined with ripe avocados, lime, cilantro, and minced white onion. The roasting brings out smoky notes, while the avocado adds creamy texture and the lime zest and juice brighten the flavor.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
93 kcal
Course:
Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium tomatillos
- 1 clove garlic skin on
- 1 medium jalapeño
- 2 avocado haas
- ¼ teaspoon lime zest
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- ¼ cup cilantro
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup white onion minced
Instructions
- Remove the husk from 4-5 medium tomatillos and rinse them well. Slice the tomatillos crosswise. Set aside.
- Slice 1 medium jalapeno in half, vertically and remove the seeds and white membrane.
- Heat the skillet over medium high heat and spray with nonstick vegetable spray. Arrange the tomatillos, jalapeños and the 1 clove garlic (skin on) in the pan. Cook the vegetables for about 5-6 minutes or until they start to blister and become fragrant.
- Use a pair of tongs to turn the vegetables and continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes, until they're softened. Remove from heat.
- Remove the skin from the blistered garlic and discard. Transfer the tomatillos, jalapeño and garlic to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse several times until fairly smooth.
- Add ¼ cup cilantro,¼ teaspoon lime zest, 2 teaspoons lime juice and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Pulse until the cilantro breaks down to combine with the tomatillos.
- Peel and seed two avocados and transfer them to the food processor. Pulse until the salsa is smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the avocado salsa to a bowl and sprinkle with minced white onion and extra cilantro leaves for garnish. Serve with chips or use as a creamy avocado sauce for tacos, burritos and more.
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Notes
- Salsa can be served right away or made 4-5 hours in advance.
- Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface to prevent discoloration.
Nutrition Information
Calories
93kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
295mg
(12%)
Potassium
334mg
(7%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
180IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
10.6mg
(12%)
Calcium
6mg
(1%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 93
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 93kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 295mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 334mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 180IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 10.6mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.