Fresh Green Salsa (Salsa verde cruda)

A vibrant and zesty Mexican salsa made with fresh tomatillos, jalapeños, and cilantro. This raw green salsa has a bright, tangy flavor perfect for chips or as a condiment.

4 servings
5 min

Ingredients

  • ½ pound tomatillos
  • ½ cup cilantro
  • 2 whole jalapeño or serrano chiles
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons white onion
  • teaspoons kosher salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Put the tomatillos in a blender first, then add the remaining ingredients. Pulse a few times, then blend until the salsa is very smooth, at least 1 minute. Season to taste with additional chile and salt, and blend again.

    5 min