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Tomatillo Salsa

3.0

(10)

This recipe was created to accompany Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 3 3/4 cups

Ingredients

3/4 pound tomatillos,* husks removed, rinsed, quartered (about 3 cups)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped unpeeled green apple (such as Granny Smith)
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh mint

Preparation

  1. Finely chop tomatillos, apple, basil and mint in food processor. Transfer to small bowl. Season to taste with salt. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)

TagsSalsaCondimentCajun & CreoleSouthernAmericanTomatilloVegetableAppleFruitBasilHerbs & SpicesMintDinnerLunchGluten FreeNut FreeDairy FreeVeganVegetarianEasyNo-CookFood ProcessorBon Appétit
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