Guacamole with Roasted Tomatillos

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
97%
Guacamole with Roasted Tomatillos
45 min.
4
421kcal

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If you’re looking for a fresh and zesty dip to elevate your snacking game, look no further than this delightful Guacamole with Roasted Tomatillos! Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether it's for a casual gathering or a sophisticated appetizer, this guacamole is a crowd-pleaser that caters to a variety of dietary needs—it’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a guilt-free indulgence for everyone.

The secret to this tasty twist on traditional guacamole lies in the roasted tomatillos. When broiled, these tangy green fruits develop a smoky depth and an irresistible sweetness that perfectly complements the creamy avocados. Combined with fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and a hint of heat from serrano chiles, this dip offers a burst of flavor in every bite. Plus, with a health score of 97, you can relish in the knowledge that you’re treating your body right while enjoying the deliciousness!

Ingredients

  • pounds avocado pitted peeled coarsely chopped ( 3 large)
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoons serrano chiles minced seeded
  • 1.3 pounds tomatillos husked rinsed
  • 0.5 cup onion white finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler. Line rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  2. Place tomatillos on prepared baking sheet. Broil until tomatillos are just blackened in spots and tender, about 8 minutes per side.
  3. Combine onion, cilantro, chiles, and lime juice in large bowl.
  4. Add roasted tomatillos and any juices from baking sheet to onion mixture. Using fork, mash coarsely.
  5. Add avocados and mash with fork until mixture is very coarsely pureed and some chunks remain. Season guacamole to taste with salt. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories421kcal
Protein5.47%
Fat67.94%
Carbs26.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.75
Glycemic Load
2.08
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.739565154781%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.75mg
Epicatechin
0.84mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.34mg
Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.31mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
6.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:420.93kcal
21.05%
Fat:34.85g
53.62%
Saturated Fat:5.04g
31.51%
Carbohydrates:30.69g
10.23%
Net Carbohydrates:12.1g
4.4%
Sugar:8.34g
9.27%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:19.9mg
0.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.32g
12.64%
Fiber:18.59g
74.35%
Vitamin K:69.14µg
65.85%
Vitamin C:46.85mg
56.79%
Folate:201.12µg
50.28%
Potassium:1550.79mg
44.31%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.47%
Vitamin E:5.35mg
35.7%
Vitamin B5:3.42mg
34.23%
Vitamin B3:6.74mg
33.69%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.42%
Copper:0.57mg
28.34%
Magnesium:98.87mg
24.72%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.19%
Phosphorus:183.98mg
18.4%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.38%
Vitamin A:701.1IU
14.02%
Iron:2.27mg
12.63%
Zinc:1.83mg
12.22%
Calcium:44.94mg
4.49%
Selenium:1.77µg
2.53%
Source:Epicurious