Heart-Healthy Zesty Green Chili Salsa

Transform your snack game with this vibrant and flavorful Heart-Healthy Zesty Green Chili Salsa, a nutrient-packed dip that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Broiled tomatillos, poblano, and jalapeño peppers provide a smoky, roasted depth, while fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and a hint of cumin brighten every bite. This low-fat, low-sodium recipe is handcrafted for heart health, using just a teaspoon of olive oil for a silky texture. Perfect for dipping baked tortilla chips, dressing up tacos, or serving with fresh vegetables, this versatile salsa is quick to prepare and packed with bold, tangy flavor. Make it ahead to let the ingredients meld together for the best taste—your heart and taste buds will thank you!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium Fresh tomatillos
• 2 medium Poblano peppers
• 1 medium Jalapeño peppers
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 small White onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven's broiler and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them thoroughly to remove the sticky residue. Place the tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeño pepper, and unpeeled garlic cloves on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Broil the vegetables in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the skins start to blister and char slightly. Flip the vegetables and continue to broil for another 5-7 minutes for even roasting.

Step 4

After roasting, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the vegetables to cool slightly. Peel the garlic cloves and remove the charred skins from the poblano peppers. For less heat, you can also remove the seeds from the jalapeño pepper.

Step 5

In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeño pepper, peeled garlic, cilantro, white onion (chopped into large chunks), lime juice, ground cumin, olive oil, and water.

Step 6

Blend the mixture until smooth or to your desired texture. If the salsa is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water, one at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning with a pinch of sea salt (optional, for a low-sodium alternative omit this or use a salt substitute).

Step 8

Transfer the salsa to a bowl or jar and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve the salsa chilled or at room temperature with baked tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or as a topping for your favorite dishes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(590.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	309.1

Total Fat 17.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 591.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 6.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 96.2mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 1379.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 48.2%