Air-Fryer Roasted Poblano & Tomatillo Salsa

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"Roasting" the tomatillos and peppers in the air fryer brings out smoky and caramelized notes in this healthy salsa. Serve as a dip alongside tortilla chips, or use as a topping for meat and fish.

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Laura Marzen, RD, LD
Laura Marzen, RD, LD
Laura Marzen, RD, LD

Laura Marzen, RD, LD, is known for developing approachable recipes using her attention to detail and relying on two decades of experience creating and testing recipes. She created and tested recipes while working in the Better Homes & Gardens test kitchen for over seven years.

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Updated on September 18, 2023
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Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands.

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Active Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Diabetes-Friendly Dairy-Free Soy-Free Heart-Healthy Vegan Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 1 poblano pepper

  • ½ - 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, halved

  • 6 tomatillos, husks removed

  • ½ small sweet onion, cut into wedges

  • 3 cloves garlic, unpeeled

  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 380°F. Remove and discard stems from poblano and jalapeño (or serrano). If desired, remove and discard seeds. Coarsely chop the poblano. Transfer the peppers to a large bowl. Add tomatillos, onion and garlic. Drizzle with oil and toss to coat.

  2. Working in batches as necessary, arrange the vegetables in an even layer in the air-fryer basket. Cook until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer the vegetables to a wire rack to cool, about 15 minutes.

  3. Peel the garlic cloves, discarding skins. Transfer the garlic and vegetables to a food processor or blender. Add cilantro, lime juice to taste and salt. Pulse until finely chopped.

Equipment

Air fryer

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, March 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

40 Calories
2g Fat
6g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1/4 cup
Calories 40
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 1g 2%
Total Fat 2g 3%
Vitamin A 144IU 3%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Vitamin E 1mg 4%
Folate 10mcg 3%
Vitamin K 8mcg 7%
Sodium 101mg 4%
Calcium 12mg 1%
Magnesium 11mg 3%
Potassium 146mg 3%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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