Charred Jalapeño and Avocado Salsa Verde

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

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A zesty salsa verde featuring charred jalapeños and creamy avocado, perfect for dipping or topping grilled meats. This Mexican-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs jalapeño peppers, tomatillos, ripe avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 60 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 6 Mexican cuisine 60 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 medium jalapeño peppers
6 medium, husked and rinsed tomatillos
1 medium, peeled and pitted ripe avocado
1/2 cup packed leaves fresh cilantro
1/4 cup diced white onion
2 peeled garlic cloves
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp salt
1/4 cup (adjust as needed) water

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Instructions

Step 1: Char 4 medium jalapeño peppers and 6 medium tomatillos on a hot dry skillet or grill over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until blackened and softened, about 8-10 minutes.
Step 2: Transfer the charred jalapeños and tomatillos to a blender. Add 1 medium peeled and pitted avocado, 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup diced white onion, 2 peeled garlic cloves, and 3 tbsp fresh lime juice.
Step 3: Blend all ingredients, adding 1/4 cup water gradually until the salsa reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. Season with 1 tsp salt and blend briefly to combine.
Step 4: Taste and adjust seasoning or lime juice as desired. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.