Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde
Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde brings a bright, tangy punch from tomatillos balanced by the gentle heat of jalapeños and the freshness of cilantro and lime. Smooth and vibrant, it’s perfect for topping tacos, scooping with chips, or spooning over grilled meats. Serve it at weeknight dinners or casual gatherings when you want a lively, homemade salsa.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves32
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 47 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 63
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 12
- Digestive
- 31
- Inflammatory
- 29
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the tomatillos, onion, jalapeños, water, and garlic in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Choose high pressure as directed by the manufacturer and set the timer for 10 minutes. Let the pressure build for 10 to 15 minutes.
- 2
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the cilantro, lime juice, and salt; then use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
- 4
Transfer the salsa into 2 pint-sized canning jars with lids. Refrigerate until it is cool and thickened.
- Calories 8.19 kcal Low Source 0%
- Protein 0.22 g Low Source 0%
- Carbohydrate 1.67 g 1%
- Total Fat 0.19 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 3.09 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 1.04 g --
- Added Sugars 0.08 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 2.93 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.13 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 58.54 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 3.58 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 3.4 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde is made with 8 ingredients and serves 32. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Fresh Cilantro, Jalapeño Pepper, Lime Juice, and Minced Garlic. Each serving provides about 8.19 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde made of?
- The main ingredients are Fresh Cilantro, Jalapeño Pepper, Lime Juice, Minced Garlic, Salt. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde?
- About 25 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 8.19 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 8.19 calories and 0.22 g of protein, or 0% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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