Charred-Tomatillo Salsa

Name: Charred-Tomatillo Salsa
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 12 oz. tomatillos, husked, rinsed, and halved; 1 large jalapeño, halved and seeded; 1/2 medium onion, peeled and cut into wedges; 1 clove garlic (still in skin); 3 tbsp. fresh lime juice; 1/2 c. packed fresh cilantro; Kosher salt

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By Kate MerkerPublished: Jun 10, 2022

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Yields:

6 serving(s)

Total Time:

20 mins

Cal/Serv:

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Broiling the tomatillos and jalapeño adds a subtle smokiness that’s tasty in this tangy dip.

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Ingredients

12 oz.
tomatillos, husked, rinsed, and halved
1
large jalapeño, halved and seeded
1/2
medium onion, peeled and cut into wedges
1
clove garlic (still in skin)
3 Tbsp.
fresh lime juice
1/2 cup
packed fresh cilantro
Kosher salt

Directions

1. Step 1Arrange oven rack 6 in. from broiler; heat broiler. Line rimmed baking sheet with foil.
2. Step 2Arrange tomatillos and jalapeño, cut sides down, on prepared sheet along with onion and garlic and broil until blistered, 10 to 12 minutes. Let vegetables cool, then transfer to food processor, discarding garlic skin. Add lime juice, cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Pulse until combined but still slightly chunky.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 26 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated), 1 G protein, 162 mg sodium, 5 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber

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