Creamy Tomatillo Avocado Salsa

This versatile Creamy Tomatillo Avocado Salsa recipe transforms a jar of green salsa into a delicious dip for tortilla chips or a super flavorful taco topping. Ready in 5 minutes with just 4 ingredients!

Another SUPER fast appetizer recipe that I rely on over and over again is my restaurant style Blender Salsa.

I came up with this quick and easy green salsa recipe 5 years ago. Ever since it’s been a regular on my game day party menus. It’s ridiculously easy and the stuff is irresistible. It also happens to be pretty wholesome which is always a bonus in my book.

Ingredient Notes

A little nonfat Greek yogurt, an avocado, and lots of cilantro completely transform a jar of green salsa. After a quick whirl in a food processer you’ve got a super easy party snack.

My favorite brand of tomatillo salsa is Herdez Salsa Verde but you can use any store bought brand you love. My homemade Roasted Tomatilla Salsa, would be awesome but this is intended to be a quick, no-fuss recipe. And, I’m here to tell you that it’s seriously delicious with store bought salsa.

Is Avocado Tomatillo Salsa Spicy?

You might be tempted to add jalapeno but it is not necessary. Most store-bought tomatillo salsas have some heat and the Greek yogurt calms the heat down a bit. I think the mild to medium spiciness of this creamy avocado salsa makes it suitable for serving a crowd.

How to Make Creamy Tomatillo Avocado Salsa

This recipe is nearly as easy as opening a jar of salsa and pouring it into a bowl, but the end result is so much better.

1. Add the green salsa, nonfat plain Greek yogurt, avocado and a good amount of cilantro together in a food processor or blender.
2. Then, just give it a whirl until it reaches a creamy consistency.

The flavor and texture of the salsa will improve if it has some time in the fridge so make it an hour or more before you want to serve it. Let it chill out in the fridge while you attend to other tasks.

Serving Suggestions

We can devour an entire bowl full of this creamy green salsa with tortilla chips. It’s also a great condiment for tacos and burrito bowls. A nice alternative to other salsas or sour cream.

It’s just the perfect thing to add some zing to Crock-Pot Chicken Tacos, Blackened Fish Tacos, or Carne Asada Tacos.

Storage

Transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator. With avocado being one of the main components, I think the quality is best when consumed within 24 hours.

Wholesome and Yummy!

A typical Super Bowl menu is usually loaded with chicken wings, cheesy dips and other assorted indulgences and this wholesome dip is a great way to offer something a little less guilt-inducing and with an nutritional punch.

Place some chopped veggies next to the bowl for a light and healthy appetizer.

For more wholesome appetizer recipes check out my Cowboy Caviar, Corn Guacamole, and Mexican Shrimp Cocktail.

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This post was originally published on July 6, 2013. It has been updated with new images.