Salsa Verde Recipe

By Bailey1_

“This salsa is fresh and creamy. It’s great as a chip dip or as a topper for tacos and other Mexican dishes. You can adjust the spiciness to your liking.” —Nanette Hilton, Las Vegas, Nevada

Ingredients

• 8 tomatillos, husks removed
• 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1 small onion, halved
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
• 1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Tortilla chips

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add tomatillos. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain.

Place the avocado, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, salt and tomatillos in a food processor. Cover and process until blended. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve with chips. Yield: 2-1/2 cups.