Salsa De Aguacate (Avocado Salsa)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 cups
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Calories
107 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Salsa De Aguacate (Avocado Salsa)
Description
The Salsa De Aguacate recipe starts by blending tomatillos and two types of chili peppers, jalapeños and serranos, along with onion and garlic to form a fresh base. Cilantro is added for herbal notes before the creamy avocado is pureed in to create a smooth, green salsa. Salt and black pepper are used to season the resulting puree, enhancing the flavors.
The salsa has a combination of tart brightness from the tomatillos and a layered warmth from the peppers, tempered by the buttery texture of avocado, which also thickens the sauce. It is an excellent condiment for grilled meats, tacos, or as a dip.
This salsa stores well refrigerated for about four to five days, keeping its fresh flavor and texture. It's best enjoyed cold or at room temperature to maintain its bright characteristics.
Ingredients
- 1 pound tomatillo wash and cut in half, about 9
- 2 jalapeños cut into chunks
- 3 Serrano pepper cut into chunks
- ¼ cup onion chopped
- 1 small garlic chopped, clove
- 1 cilantro small bunch
- salt
- black pepper
- 2 avocado cut in half, peeled and remove the pit, small to medium
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a blender or processor, add the tomatillos, jalapeños, serrano peppers, onion, garlic clove and salt. Give it a quick blend.
- Then add the cilantro and puree well.
- Add the avocado and puree until smooth. Taste for salt and add more if needed according to taste.
Notes
- Store the salsa refrigerated and consume within 4 to 5 days to maintain freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5cup | |
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 270mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 463mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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