What is the difference between salsa verde and salsa?

The main ingredient in "regular" salsa is tomatoes and the main ingredient in this recipe is tomatillos. Although tomatillos sound and kind of look like tomatoes, they really aren't the same thing. Tomatillos have a tangy, zesty flavor and it changes the taste of the salsa. This recipe is also roasted so that makes it taste different than red salsa too. Other than that, they are pretty much the same ingredients.

How do I use this tasty, green stuff?

Try it on a healthy taco salad and all its variations, so start with your favorite lettuce, then your favorite meat, like ground beef with taco seasoning, pulled chicken or pulled pork, tomato, onions, lots of red salsa and/or this, jalapeno, lime, fresh cilantro, cilantro, guacamole and use homemade mayo. like a salad dressing if you are on a Whole30 or ranch dressing otherwise. (I kind of think this mixed with homemade mayo tastes a bit like a dairy-free version of the cilantro-lime ranch at Cafe Rio.) I also love it on fried eggs, with chips (duh!), on grilled chicken, in tacos, on carnitas. Basically, anything you like red salsa on, give this a try on. Well, or anything other people like red salsa on, give this a try on. I actually don't really like most red salsas but I love this.

How long will this last?

It is best when used within five days but you may get it to last a few more days. It mostly depends on how fresh your vegetables were to start with and the humidity in your fridge. It may gel in the fridge. If that happens, add a bit of warm water to it and mix it in. You can also freeze it. It tastes fine but the texture separates a bit.

Is salsa verde the same as chimichurri?

No! It is green and has some of the same ingredients but is very different in taste and use. Compare the ingredients below to the ingredients in my chimichurri recipe and I think you'll quickly see that this recipe is salsa and chimichurri is a sauce and has an herby, Italian/Argentine flavor. They are both fantastic tasting and non-dairy and can add lots of flavor to your meals.

Homemade Whole30 Salsa Verde Recipe

Name: Homemade Whole30 Salsa Verde Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Paleo
Ingredients: 1 pound tomatillos (about 6-8); 1-2 jalapeños (de-seeded and roughly chopped (you can leave the seeds in if you like your sauce especially spicy - I used 2 jalapeños and removed the seeds); 1/2 cup fresh cilantro; 1/2 large onion; 4-5 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 tsp Real Salt *, or more to taste; 1 Tbl. lime juice (about 1/2 lime)

Homemade Whole30 Salsa Verde Recipe

★★★★★

5 from 1 reviews

This is bursting with flavor and is so refreshing and healthy. It just makes everything taste good. Plus, it's Whole30, Paleo, Clean Eating, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free and Vegan.

Author: Rebecca Baron
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Yield: 12 1x
Category: Side Dish
Cuisine: Paleo

Ingredients

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1 pound tomatillos (about 6-8)
1-2 jalapeños (de-seeded and roughly chopped (you can leave the seeds in if you like your sauce especially spicy - I used 2 jalapeños and removed the seeds)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 large onion
4-5 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tsp Real Salt *, or more to taste
1 Tbl. lime juice (about 1/2 lime)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 F.
Rinse and dry the tomatillos and jalapeños.
Remove the husks from the tomatillos and discard them.
Cut the tomatillos in half.
Remove and discard the stem from the jalapeños and cut them in half. Leave the seeds if you like it spicy or remove them for a more mild flavor.
Remove and discard the skin from the onion and cut it in fourths.
Place the tomatillos, jalapeños and onion on a baking sheet, cut side down (no oil is necessary).
Roast in the oven for 20 minutes or until they have all browned and are tender.
Remove the pan from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Place all oven ingredients in a food processor or blender (I used a Vitamix *) along with the remaining ingredients and blend until you reach the desired consistency.
Store in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze.

Notes

If you want creamy salsa, let the oven ingredients cool then add one avocado before blending.
Be careful when blending hot ingredients.
If it is too thick, add a little water (this especially happens after being in the refrigerator for awhile).

Keywords: homemade, healthy, flavorful

Find it online: https://www.mynaturalfamily.com/homemade-salsa-verde-recipe/