Tomatillo Salsa

Name: Tomatillo Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2-1/4 cups.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 8 tomatillos, husked; 1 medium tomato, quartered; 1 small onion, cut into chunks; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded; 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves; 3 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; Tortilla chips

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

2-1/4 cups

Dare to deviate from tomato salsa and try this tomatillo-based version for a deliciously addictive change of pace. It’s fantastic on its own with tortilla chips or served as a condiment alongside a variety of meats. —Lori Kostecki, Wausau, Wisconsin

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Ingredients

8 tomatillos, husked
1 medium tomato, quartered
1 small onion, cut into chunks
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
3 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Tortilla chips

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add tomatillos. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain.
Place the tomatillos, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, lime juice and seasonings in a food processor. Cover and process until blended. Serve with chips.

Peppers (Hot)

Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 19 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 133mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: free food.

Tomatillo Salsa

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