Salsa Verde

This Keto Salsa Verde is a zesty, flavorful sauce made from fresh tomatillos and herbs, perfect for elevating any Mexican dinner. It's low in carbs and packed with fresh ingredients, making it a healthy and delicious addition to your meal.

Salsa Verde
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
80 kcal

Ingredients

  • Tomatillos - 300 grams
  • Fresh cilantro - 30 grams
  • Jalapeño pepper - 1 medium
  • Garlic - 2 cloves
  • Lime - 1 medium, juiced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them under cold water.
  3. Cut the tomatillos in half and place them cut-side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast the tomatillos in the oven for about 10-15 minutes, until they are soft and slightly charred.
  5. While the tomatillos are roasting, chop the cilantro, jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat if desired), and garlic.
  6. Once the tomatillos are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
  7. In a blender, combine the roasted tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Blend until smooth, adjusting seasoning to taste.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite keto-friendly dishes or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 80
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Carbs: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from tomatillos and cilantro.
  • Low in carbs, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

Tags

MexicanKetoDinner