Are you ready to learn how to make salsa verde? Creating with fresh ingredients at home is better than anything that you can buy at the grocery stores! The fresh tomatillos with the fresh cilantro will be certain to be your favorite Mexican food!
Pair this with homemade tortilla chips, or put it on top of any Mexican cuisine that you’d like. It’s not only perfect for Cinco de Mayo, but it’s great for creating that authentic salsa verde recipe flavor easily in your own kitchen! Find out the easy way to make the best homemade salsa verde ever!
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Why you’ll love this Easy Salsa Verde Recipe
- The fresh flavors pair perfectly with family favorite recipes and new foods!
- It’s an easy recipe that is ready in minutes.
- You’ll feel like you’re ordering from your favorite Mexican restaurants right off the menu!
Tomatillo Salsa Verde Ingredients
- Tomatillos – These give this green salsa recipe that bright color and yummy taste.
- Jalapeno peppers – If you like spicy salsa, adding jalapenos is great for accomplishing that.
- Fresh cloves of garlic – Garlic cloves add a good boost of flavor.
- Green onions – Adding a little bit of onions gives a nice crunch.
- Fresh cilantro – The fresh flavor of cilantro brings that summer taste! It also helps to add a vibrant green color.
- Lime juice – Fresh lime juice is perfect for adding a depth of flavor with citrus.
- Ground cumin – Cumin mixes great with the rest of the ingredients.
- Dried oregano – You can use fresh oregano as well.
- Honey – Adding honey is perfect for a sweeter taste.
- Sea salt and black pepper
How to make Salsa Verde – Step-by-step Directions
The complete list of ingredients, quantities, and instructions can be found in the printable recipe card below.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat. Set aside.
- Husk tomatillos and cut in half. Arrange tomatillos in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet, along with whole jalapeno peppers and garlic cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat.
- Place baking sheet in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Remove from oven and let cool for several minutes.
- Once cool enough to handle, cut jalapeno peppers in half and remove seeds before transferring the roasted veggies to a blender or food processor.
- Add green onion, cilantro, lime juice, ground cumin, and oregano. Pulse until ingredients are combined, but the mixture is still a little chunky.
- Taste and add a drizzle of honey to sweeten, if desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately or freeze for later use.
Storage
To keep this Mexican green salsa as fresh as palsa, you need to store any leftovers in an airtight container and keep it chilled in the fridge. It should stay fresh for 2-3 days.
Substitutions and Additions
If you want to add a little sugar in place of the honey, you can. Alter to fit your taste buds.
You can also make this salsa verde by adding in some roasted green chili peppers as well for a little bit of heat.
FAQs
Not always! Green salsa could be green because it’s made with avocado, so there is a difference.
If you find that the flavor is quite like you’re looking for, you can add small amounts of sugar to help balance it out. Always start with small portions and stir and try. You can always add more as you need.
To thicken up salsa verde, you just need to add more of the heartier ingredients. More jalapenos, more onions, etc. The more you add, the thicker it will be.
What to eat or serve with this Homemade Salsa Verde Recipe
- Enjoy your favorite tortilla chips
- Use a topping for any Mexican dishes
More Salsa Recipes
- Chunky Garden Fresh Salsa with Fresh Tomatoes
- Fresh Jalapeno Peach Salsa Recipe (without tomatoes)
- Sweet and Spicy Corn Salsa
- See all our yummy and easy main dish recipes that may pair well with salsa!
More Mexican Inspired Recipes You May Love
- Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole
- Slow Cooker Hatch Chile (Salsa Verde) Pork
- Easy Beef Enchiladas
- Chorizo-Stuffed Poblano Peppers
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Printable Recipe Card
Garden-Fresh Salsa Verde
Ingredients
- 1 lb tomatillos
- 2 jalapeno peppers medium
- 3-4 cloves fresh garlic peeled
- 2 T olive oil extra virgin
- 4 green onions chopped
- ¼ c fresh cilantro leaves
- ¼ c lime juice fresh
- 2 t ground cumin
- 2 t dried oregano
- 1 T honey Optional
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat. Set aside.
- Husk tomatillos and cut in half. Arrange tomatillos in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet, along with whole jalapeno peppers and garlic cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat.
- Place baking sheet in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Remove from oven and let cool for several minutes.
- Once cool enough to handle, cut jalapeno peppers in half and remove seeds before transferring the roasted veggies to a blender or food processor.
- Add green onion, cilantro, lime juice, ground cumin, and oregano. Pulse until ingredients are combined, but the mixture is still a little chunky.
- Taste and add a drizzle of honey to sweeten, if desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately or freeze for later use.
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Iféoluwa says
I need to try this! I love spicy food! Looks like the perfect chip dip
Kim Schob says
Hello Iféoluwa, Yes, please do! Thank you for stopping by!
Catalina says
This is the kind of sauce that my husband goes crazy. A must try!
Kim Schob says
Hi Catalina, Then you must give this recipe a try. Thank you for stopping by!
Rosemary says
We eat a lot of salsa at home, but I’ve actually never tried making salsa verde. This looks divine and a twist to my tomato based salsa. Can’t wait to make this. Great recipe.
Kim Schob says
Hi Rosemary, I can’t wait for you to give this tasty recipe a try. You’re welcome, and thanks for stopping by!
Louisa says
This looks really delicious. Thanks for sharing the recipe. I am definitely trying it out
Kim Schob says
Hi Louisa, Thank you! and you’re welcome. Thank you for stopping by!
Richelle Escat says
I love making fresh salsa, this looks great, thanks for this recipe!
Kim Schob says
Hi Richelle, You’re welcome. Thank you for stopping by!
Chef Dennis says
Tasty! This Garden-Fresh Salsa Verde looks absolutely delicious. It will be perfect for this weekend.
Kim Schob says
Hi Chef Dennis, I can’t for you to try it. Enjoy. Thank you for stopping by!
Terri A Steffes says
Ten years ago I put in a salsa garden, onions, three kinds of peppers, tomatoes and garlic and I had a delicious bunch of salsa that year!
Kim Schob says
Hi Terri, Your garden sounds amazing. Thank you for stopping by!
MELANIE EDJOURIAN says
I really do enjoy different types of salsa. this one is yummy, I do love the mix of ingredients in it.
Kim Schob says
Hi Melanie, Yes, I do too, Thanks and Thank you for stopping by!
Amber Myers says
I will have to make this the next time we have tacos! I know the salsa will taste so good with them.
Kim Schob says
HI Amber, Sounds great! Thank you for stopping by!
Briana Baker says
YES! I’ve been looking for a good recipe! I made chicken barbacoa this week and could use some!
Kim Schob says
Hi Briana, Next time you make the chicken dish, make this salsa, then come back and let me know how it was. Thank you for stopping by!
melissa chapman says
Salsa verde is a good change from the red salsa we usually have. It seems like it takes a little effort but well worth it.
Kim Schob says
Hi Melissa, yeah, a little effort, but well worth it. Thank you for stopping!
Ivan M. Jose says
We love making salsa at home and this salsa verde is worth trying. We love the fresh taste and how it goes well with rich food like fatty fish.
Kim Schob says
Hello Ivan, Yes, please try it and let me know it was. Thank you for stopping by