Martha's Salsa Verde Recipe

Elevate your next gathering with this vibrant and flavorful Salsa Verde, adapted from Martha Stewart's 'Great Parties' cookbook. We've perfected the recipe by blanching the tomatillos to eliminate bitterness, resulting in a refreshingly bright salsa. Minimal effort yields maximum taste – simply chill and enjoy! Perfect for tacos, chips, or as a topping for your favorite dishes. #salsaverde #marthastewart #recipe #easyrecipe #appetizer #mexicanfood #homemade

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 255 mins
Calories 21.6 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Martha's Salsa Verde

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How to Make Martha's Salsa Verde

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Carefully add 1 pound tomatillos and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until just softened.
  2. Immediately transfer the tomatillos to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their vibrant green color.
  3. Once cool enough to handle, drain the tomatillos thoroughly.
  4. Roughly chop the tomatillos into 1/2-inch pieces.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped tomatillos with 1/2 cup chopped white onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 serrano chiles, finely minced (remove seeds for less heat), 1/4 cup lime juice, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Gently toss all ingredients to combine.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. The longer it sits, the better it tastes!
  8. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g