Tomatillo Salsa

Made with tomatillos, scallions, and jalapeño, this authentic, Mexican salsa verde has fabulous flavor. Use it to top enchiladas, or serve it with tortilla chips.

Ingredients

• 5 ounces (150 g) tomatillos
• 1 scallions, roots trimmed
• ⅛ jalapeño, seeded
• ½ garlic clove, peeled
• ⅛ each lime, peeled
• ¼ cup (5 g) fresh cilantro leaves
• ⅓ teaspoon salt, optional

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the blade base.
2. Run the Dips & Spreads Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 60 seconds.

Notes

For a spicier dip, use 1/2 a jalapeno and keep the seeds in. This salsa can be used as a standalone dip, or as an accompaniment to vegetables or meats.

Nutrition

1 serving (54g)

• Calories: 15

• Total Fat: 5g

• Total Carbohydrate: 3g

  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 2g

• Protein: 1g

• Cholesterol: 2.97mg

• Sodium: 160mg