Print

Cilantro-Lime Avocado Salsa Recipe

4.8 from 25 reviews

A zesty and creamy Cilantro-Lime Avocado Salsa that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, or as a dip for tortilla chips. This salsa is bursting with fresh flavors and a hint of heat.

Ingredients

Scale

For the salsa:

  • 6 tomatillos
  • 1 jalapeño (optional)
  • 2 avocados
  • Fresh cilantro, handful
  • 1/2 cup crema mexicana
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp chicken bouillon powder
  • 1 tbsp salt (or to taste)
  • Juice from 2 limes
  • 1/4 white onion

Instructions

  1. Husk and rinse the tomatillos: Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them.
  2. Boil the tomatillos and jalapeño: Place the tomatillos and jalapeño in a pot of boiling water for 5–8 minutes.
  3. Prepare the avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits.
  4. Blend the ingredients: In a blender, combine the tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, crema mexicana, garlic, bouillon powder, salt, lime juice, and onion.
  5. Blend until smooth: Blend the ingredients until you achieve a silky smooth consistency.
  6. Adjust seasoning: Taste the salsa and add more salt or lime juice if needed.
  7. Serve: Serve the salsa cold with grilled meats, seafood, or tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Keywords: Cilantro-Lime Avocado Salsa, Avocado Salsa, Mexican Salsa, Homemade Salsa