Avocado Salsa Verde

There’s a whole world of things to do with homemade avocado salsa verde. Aside from serving it as a dip with tortilla chips, you can add it to tacos or nachos. It’s delicious as a burger topping or in a rice bowl. We’ve also eaten it on black bean chili and spooned over grilled seafood (yum). This salsa is easy to make, too, requiring you to simply add a handful of ingredients to your blender and process until smooth.

Ingredients for Avocado Salsa Verde

• Tomatillos: Tomatillos add a nice tangy tartness to this salsa.
• Onion: Red, white or yellow onion will do though we prefer the sharpness of red.
• Avocado: If your avocado isn’t quite ripe, put it in a paper bag with a ripe banana, fold down the opening and leave it on your counter for a day (yes, this really works!)
• Serrano pepper: You could also use a jalapeno pepper here (or omit entirely if you’re sensitive to spice).
• Garlic: We like roasting the garlic before adding it in to give this salsa a deeper garlicky flavor.
• Lime juice: In addition to adding zesty flavor, lime juice keeps the avocado from going brown.
• Cilantro: If you don’t like cilantro, parsley is a good substitute.
• Agave nectar: Agave nectar brings a nice sweetness to avocado salsa verde.
• Salt and pepper: After blending your ingredients, add more salt and pepper to taste to brighten all the flavors.

Directions

Step 1: Combine the ingredients

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Place all ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth.

Editor’s Tip: You may need to add a splash of water to puree the ingredients.

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Avocado Salsa Verde Variations

• Bring on the heat: If you like spice, double the serrano pepper and keep their seeds.
• Give it a chunkier texture: If you prefer your salsa to have a chunky texture, dice the ingredients and combine them in a bowl rather than blending them.

How to Store Avocado Salsa Verde

You can store avocado salsa verde in airtight containers in the fridge. It will stay fresh for two to three days, though the avocado will start to brown.

Can I make avocado salsa verde in advance?

Bringing this salsa to a potluck or party? Combine all the ingredients except the avocado and lime juice; add these in when you’re ready to serve the salsa.

Avocado Salsa Verde Tips

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Can I double this recipe for avocado salsa verde?

Yes, you can easily double this recipe. Make two separate batches rather than trying to combine double the ingredients in the blender or a bowl.

What goes well with avocado salsa verde?

Avocado salsa verde pairs well with a number of dishes. Spoon it over fish or shrimp tacos, add it to grilled seafood or steak or eat it as a dip with chips or vegetables.

What’s the difference between avocado salsa verde and guacamole?

Guacamole is made by mashing avocados, so it has a thicker, chunkier texture. Avocado salsa verde is a smooth, blended dip.