Gordon Ramsay Salsa Verde Recipe 

This delicious salsa verde recipe by Gordon Ramsay is a quick and versatile dish perfect for spicing up any meal. With roasted tomatillos and jalapeños, it’s packed with bold, zesty flavors. You can easily adjust the heat level or add creamy avocado for a smooth twist. Simple ingredients, endless possibilities—perfect for dips, tacos, or grilled dishes!

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 ½ pounds tomatillos (about 12 medium), husked and rinsed
• 1 to 2 medium jalapeños, stemmed (omit for mild salsa, use 1 jalapeño for medium salsa and 2 jalapeños for hot salsa, note that spiciness will depend on the heat of actual peppers used)
• ½ cup chopped white onion (about ½ medium onion)
• ¼ cup packed fresh cilantro leaves (more if you love cilantro)
• 2 tablespoons to ¼ cup lime juice (1 to 2 medium limes, juiced), to taste
• ½ to 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
• Optional variation: 1 to 2 diced avocados, for creamy avocado salsa verde

How To Make Salsa Verde Recipe?

1. Preheat the broiler: Position the oven rack about 4 inches (10 cm) below the heat source and preheat the broiler.
2. Roast the tomatillos and jalapeños: Place the tomatillos and jalapeño(s) on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil for 5 minutes until blackened in spots. Flip the tomatillos and jalapeño(s) with tongs and broil for another 4–6 minutes until blistered.
3. Prepare the base mixture: Add the chopped onion, cilantro, 30ml (2 tbsp) lime juice, and 3g (½ tsp) salt to a food processor or blender.
4. Blend the salsa: Carefully transfer the roasted tomatillos, jalapeño(s), and all juices into the food processor or blender. Pulse until mostly smooth, ensuring no large chunks of tomatillo remain. Scrape down the sides as needed.
5. Adjust the seasoning: Taste the salsa and adjust with additional lime juice or salt, if necessary.
6. Optional avocado version: Allow the salsa to cool completely, then blend in 1 or 2 diced avocados for a creamy texture.

Recipe Tips:

• Roast for Extra Flavor: Broil the tomatillos and jalapeños until they are blackened and blistered to bring out the smoky and tangy flavors. Don’t skip this step!
• Adjust Spice Levels: Control the heat by using more or fewer jalapeños. Taste-test before adding extra spice.
• Blend Carefully: Don’t overblend; pulse the salsa until it’s mostly smooth but still has a bit of texture.
• Use Fresh Ingredients: Always use fresh tomatillos, cilantro, and lime juice for the best flavor.
• Let It Rest: Refrigerate the salsa for a few hours before serving to let the flavors blend and thicken naturally.

How To Store Leftovers?

Cool the salsa verde to room temperature first, then put it in a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 11 kcal
• Total Fat: 0.3g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 272mg
• Potassium: 78mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 1.9g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.6g
• Sugars: 1.1g
• Protein: 0.3g

Try More Gordon Ramsay Recipes:

• Gordon Ramsay Tomato Salsa Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Tomato Risotto Recipe