Pioneer Woman Green Tomato Salsa

This easy Pioneer Woman-inspired Green Tomato Salsa is made with green tomatoes, a serrano pepper, chopped onion, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and a touch of agave nectar. With just 50 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have 6 cups of delicious salsa. Pair your Green Tomato Salsa with options like tortilla chips, flame-grilled chicken, cheesy enchiladas, or loaded nachos.

To make this delectable Green Tomato Salsa, Ree Drummond kicks off the process by broiling the peppers until they’re charred. She follows this by boiling the green tomatoes and blending the other ingredients for a creamy finish.

Just like her renowned black bean corn salsa, this Green Tomato Salsa by Pioneer Woman adds a zesty flair to your meal, making it a hit for any gathering.

Pioneer Woman Green Tomato Salsa Ingredients

• 1 medium green pepper
• 1 serrano pepper
• 5 medium green tomatoes or 5 large tomatillos, husked
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/3 cup lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 teaspoons agave nectar
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and quartered
• Tortilla chips for serving

How To Make Pioneer Woman Green Tomato Salsa

1. Preheat and Char Peppers: Preheat your broiler. Place the green and serrano peppers on a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil them 3-4 inches from the heat until the skins blister. Rotate the peppers until all sides are blistered. Place them in a bowl and cover for 20 minutes.
2. Prepare Tomatoes: Boil water in a pot. Place tomatoes in the boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove, cool slightly, and peel. Finely chop the tomatoes and place them in a large bowl.
3. Pepper Prep: After the peppers have rested, remove their skin, stems, and seeds. Finely chop them and add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
4. Blend Remaining Ingredients: In a blender, combine the onion, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, agave nectar, ground pepper, salt, cilantro leaves, and avocado. Blend until smooth.
5. Mix and Serve: Add the blended mixture to the bowl with the tomatoes and peppers. Stir well to combine. Serve with tortilla chips.

What To Serve With Green Tomato Salsa

Green Tomato Salsa pairs well with tortilla chips for a simple snack or use it as a topping for enchiladas, nachos, grilled chicken, or fish. It also complements Mexican dishes like chicken fajitas, chicken nachos, and black bean tacos. The tangy and fresh flavors of the salsa enhance the taste of these dishes.

How To Store Green Tomato Salsa

In The Fridge:

To store Green Tomato Salsa in the fridge, transfer the prepared salsa into an airtight container or jar. It can be refrigerated for up to 5 days. Before serving, give it a good stir to mix the flavors well.

In The Freezer:

Green Tomato Salsa is best enjoyed fresh and is not recommended for freezing. The texture and flavor may change if frozen, affecting the overall quality of the salsa.

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