Tomatillo Salsa Verde - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 3

Lunch

This Tomatillo Salsa Verde is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Chef and cookbook author Joanne Weir first made this tangy, mellow salsa at Copita, her restaurant in Sausalito, California. It's still her favorite salsa for chips, chicken tacos, and enchiladas verde. She also customizes it by adding mint or avocado--or

Ingredients

1 1/4 pounds medium tomatillos, husks and stems removed, rinsed
1/2 small onion, peeled
1 small garlic clove, peeled
1 serrano chile, stem removed
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
About 1 tbsp. lime juice
About 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt

Instructions

Put tomatillos, onion, garlic, and chile in a 2- to 3-qt. saucepan with 2 cups water. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until tomatillos start to split, 10 to 12 minutes. Uncover and set aside to cool about 45 minutes (don't drain).
Reserving liquid, transfer ingredients from pan to a blender with a slotted spoon. Add 1/4 cup tomatillo water to blender and purée until smooth.
Add cilantro and pulse three or four times. Pour salsa into a bowl and stir in lime juice and salt to taste.
Make ahead: Up to 4 days, chilled airtight.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tomatillo Salsa Verde good for PCOS?

Yes, this Tomatillo Salsa Verde recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 3 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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