Ninfa's Green Sauce

Bright, creamy, and irresistibly flavorful, Ninfa's Green Sauce is the zesty dip you didn’t know your table was missing! Featuring a luscious blend of ripe avocados, tangy tomatillos, fresh cilantro, and a hint of jalapeño heat, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of smoothness and spice. A dollop of sour cream adds richness, while lime juice and garlic bring bold, fresh accents. This quick and easy recipe comes together in under 15 minutes, making it an ideal accompaniment for tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. Whether you’re hosting a party or spicing up a weeknight dinner, this versatile green sauce will elevate any dish with its vibrant, Tex-Mex-inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Large ripe avocados
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Cilantro leaves
• 2 pieces Green tomatoes (tomatillos), husked and rinsed
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 piece Jalapeño pepper (seeded for less heat)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Step 1: Bring a small pot of water to a boil, add the tomatillos, and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened. Drain and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 2

Step 2: In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatillos, avocados, sour cream, cilantro leaves, garlic cloves, jalapeño, lime juice, olive oil, and salt.

Step 3

Step 3: Blend the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

Step 4

Step 4: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 5

Step 5: Transfer the green sauce to a serving bowl or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Step 6

Step 6: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or a drizzle over grilled meats and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1063.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1456.4

Total Fat 134.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 115mg	0%
Sodium 2661.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 22.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 547.0mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 3535.0mg	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: 76.8%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 17.5%