Fresh, tangy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Homemade Salsa Verde is the perfect topping for tacos, burritos, grilled chicken, or tortilla chips. Made with roasted tomatillos, peppers, fresh cilantro, and lime juice, it’s easy to prepare and tastes far better than store-bought versions.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds (700 g) tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 2 jalapeño peppers (or serrano peppers for extra heat)
- 1 small white onion, quartered
- 3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup water (if needed for blending)
