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Avocado Verde Salsa Sauce – Taco Bell Copycat

This copycat Avocado Verde Salsa from Taco Bell is a game-changer, blending the creamy goodness of ripe avocados with the zesty punch of green tomatillos, jalapeños, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. It's perfect for topping your tacos, dipping chips, or spreading on your favorite sandwiches, bringing that authentic flavor home. Super quick and easy to whip up, it's the ultimate way to take your Mexican-inspired dishes to the next level!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Yields2 cups
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Servings2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 5 to 6 tomatillos, peeled and chopped
  • 1/3 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 to 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 2 large avocados
  • juice of 1/2 lime
  • 2 jalapeños, seeds and stem removed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions 

  1. To a hot pan over medium heat, add the olive oil, tomatillos, jalapeños, and onion. Sear for 4 to 5 minutes and then take off the heat.
  2. Add the seared tomatillos, jalapeños, and onions to a food processor along with the garlic cloves, cilantro, avocado, lime juice, water, and salt.
  3. Blend until completely smooth.
  4. Enjoy on tacos, in a burrito, or with a rice bowl. Transfer to a jar or air-tight container and store in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.

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