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Mean Green Guacamole Salsa
Prep
10 mins
Cook
10 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite thing about this recipe is how incredibly fast it comes together. In just twenty minutes, you've got a vibrant, homemade salsa that tastes like you spent hours on it. The fresh tomatillos and jalapeños give it that bright, slightly spicy kick that store bought versions can't match, and the avocados add a creamy richness while boosting your healthy fats and potassium. Best of all, the ingredients are affordable and simple to find, making this perfect for weeknight entertaining or casual family dinners. Trust me, once you try this mean green version, you'll never go back to plain salsa again.
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Ingredients
- 1010 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
- 22 fresh jalapeno peppers, stems removed
- 11 bunch fresh cilantro, stems trimmed
- 33 avocados, peeled and pitted
- 11 tablespoon garlic powder, salt to taste
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Instructions
- 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil and stir in tomatillos and jalapenos. Boil until tomatillos turn bright green and soft, about 10 minutes.
- 2
Place cilantro, avocados, cooked tomatillos, and cooked jalapenos into a blender, working in batches if necessary. Blend until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Add about 1 tablespoon of tomatillo cooking water, or as needed, if salsa is too thick.
- 3
Stop the blender, and season the salsa with garlic powder and salt to taste. Blend again briefly to mix in the seasonings. Transfer to a bowl for serving.
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