Guajillo and Tomatillo Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Guajillo and Tomatillo Salsa
35 min.
5
33kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your snacking game with a burst of vibrant flavors? Look no further than this delightful Guajillo and Tomatillo Salsa! Perfectly suited for any occasion, this salsa is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for everyone at the table.

Imagine the rich, smoky notes of toasted guajillo chiles combined with the tangy freshness of tomatillos, creating a salsa that dances on your palate. The addition of zesty orange juice and aromatic garlic adds depth and brightness, making this salsa a versatile companion for your favorite dishes. Whether you’re serving it as an antipasti, a starter, or simply as a snack, this salsa is sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.

With just 35 minutes of preparation, you can whip up a batch that serves five, all while keeping the calorie count low at just 33 kcal per serving. This salsa is not only a feast for the senses but also a guilt-free indulgence. So grab your ingredients, fire up your blender, and get ready to enjoy a fresh, homemade salsa that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • large pepper flakes dried stemmed seeded ()
  • 0.1 ounce chilies dried stemmed seeded
  • large garlic clove chopped
  • tablespoon orange juice fresh
  • 0.5 pound tomatillos fresh husked rinsed
  • 0.3 cup onion white chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • slotted spoon
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Heat a dry heavy medium skillet (not nonstick) over medium heat until hot, then toast chiles briefly on all sides, pressing flat with tongs, until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
  2. Simmer tomatillos in water to cover in a small saucepan until tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a blender and add chiles, onion, garlic, orange juice, and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Blend until smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids).
  4. Transfer to a bowl and cool to room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories33kcal
Protein12.36%
Fat15.28%
Carbs72.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.8
Glycemic Load
1.29
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.2439131062964%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.41mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:33.24kcal
1.66%
Fat:0.64g
0.99%
Saturated Fat:0.08g
0.53%
Carbohydrates:6.82g
2.27%
Net Carbohydrates:5.2g
1.89%
Sugar:4.14g
4.59%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3.98mg
0.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.17g
2.33%
Vitamin C:46.81mg
56.74%
Vitamin A:503.49IU
10.07%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.31%
Vitamin K:9.17µg
8.74%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.33%
Potassium:242.64mg
6.93%
Fiber:1.63g
6.5%
Vitamin B3:1.26mg
6.32%
Magnesium:17.23mg
4.31%
Copper:0.08mg
3.93%
Iron:0.64mg
3.53%
Phosphorus:34.24mg
3.42%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.19%
Folate:12.3µg
3.08%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.03%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.56%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.49%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.33%
Calcium:10.57mg
1.06%
Source:Epicurious