This Roasted Tomatillo Salsa is a tangy, slightly spicy green salsa made with roasted tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, and garlic. Perfect for dipping or as a topping for tacos, enchiladas, and grilled meats.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:About 2 cups
Category:Salsa
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:Mexican
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds tomatillos, husked and rinsed
1 to 2 jalapeño peppers, stemmed (seeded for less heat)
1/2 medium white or yellow onion, peeled and quartered
3 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 500 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
Place tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, and garlic on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until vegetables are softened and lightly charred in spots.
Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
Transfer all roasted vegetables and any juices to a food processor or blender.
Add cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
Process until the salsa reaches desired consistency – either smooth or slightly chunky.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
For a milder salsa, remove seeds and membranes from the jalapeños before roasting.
This salsa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Great as a dip or as a topping for tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats.