Chunky Salsa Verde

Chunky Salsa Verde

Made from fire-roasted green chiles that are dried and finely ground, green chile powder delivers the unmistakable flavor of the Southwest in a concentrated form. Bright, earthy, and slightly smoky, it carries the fresh, vegetal character of green chile along with a gentle heat that lingers without overwhelming. In this chunky salsa verde, the powder blends seamlessly with crisp cucumber, tart tomatillos, and lime, adding depth and warmth while preserving the salsa’s fresh, vibrant character. The result is a lively topping that brings a distinctly New Mexican touch to grilled meats, tacos, and barbecue.

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: 2 cups
  • Cuisine: New Mexican
  • Category: Salsa

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 4 ounces tomatillos, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried green chile powder
  • juice of ½ lime
  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil or sunflower oil
  • 2 -3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • Kosher salt or coarse sea salt (MS187)

Instructions

  1. Peel the cucumber and half it lengthwise. Scoop out the watery center with a spoon and discard it. Chop the cucumber. Mix the cucumber, tomatillos, green chile powder, lime juice and vegetable oil in a bowl.
  2. Stir in the cilantro and season with salt to taste. Serve at room temperature.

Estimated Nutritional Facts per Serving Serving Size: 1/4 cup

Calories25
Total Fat1.5g
Saturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium40–120mg (depends on added salt)
Total Carbohydrate3g
Dietary Fiber1g
Total Sugars1g
Protein0g

Estimated Nutrition Facts for Entire Recipe

Calories180–210
Total Fat14g
Saturated Fat1–2g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium300-1000mg (depends on added salt)
Total Carbohydrates22–26g
Dietary Fiber5–7g
Total Sugars8–10g
Protein2–3g