Baked Salsa Verde

Baked Salsa Verde is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican dish that combines zesty tomatillos, spicy jalapeños, and creamy cheese, all baked to perfection. This keto-friendly recipe is perfect for satisfying your cravings while keeping your carb count low.

Ingredients

• Tomatillos - 300 grams
• Jalapeño pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cream cheese - 100 grams, softened
• Shredded mozzarella cheese - 100 grams
• Grated Parmesan cheese - 30 grams

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the tomatillos evenly.
3. Transfer the tomatillo mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
4. In another bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with half of the shredded mozzarella and half of the grated Parmesan until well combined.
5. Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the tomatillo mixture in the baking dish.
6. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from tomatillos and cilantro.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a keto diet.

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