Pioneer Woman Avocado Salsa Verde

Pioneer Woman avocado salsa verde is an easy 3-ingredient dip made with ripe avocado, store-bought salsa verde and fresh cilantro, ready in just 5 minutes. That makes it a go-to appetizer for game day, Cinco de Mayo or any party, since you can blend it right before guests arrive.

Blend just until the dip turns smooth, because over-blending heats the avocado and shifts the color from bright green to muddy brown. So about one minute on medium speed is all you need before turning off the blender.

Most avocado dips load up on garlic, onion and lime, but this one uses just three ingredients so the tomatillo flavor really comes through. And the cilantro pulls double duty as both a flavor and a color boost, which gives you a brighter dip without any extra work.

Pioneer Woman Avocado Salsa Verde

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Course: AppetizerCuisine: American, MexicanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Calories

178

kcal

Avocado, salsa verde and cilantro get blended into a velvety, tangy dip in one minute, then served straight from the bowl with chips for scooping.

Ingredients

• 1 medium avocado
  

• 1 c. store-bought or homemade salsa verde
  

• 1/4 c. packed cilantro leaves
  

• Tortilla chips, for serving

Directions

• Prep the blender: Add the avocado, salsa verde and cilantro to a blender, then secure the lid before blending.
• Blend until smooth: Blend on medium speed for about 1 minute, so the dip turns a bright, even green with no visible chunks.
• Serve: Spoon the dip into a small bowl once it's fully blended, then serve right away with tortilla chips.

Tools for this recipe

• Vitamix E310 blender, OXO silicone spatula set. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

FAQs

Can I use a different herb instead of cilantro?

If cilantro tastes soapy to you, swap in fresh parsley or a small handful of mint instead, since both blend up smooth and green. Just know the flavor leans more earthy or cool depending on your pick, though the texture stays the same.

How long does avocado salsa verde last in the fridge?

It keeps for about one day in a sealed container, but the color starts to darken after a few hours because the avocado oxidizes. To slow that down, press plastic wrap onto the surface and serve it the same day for the best color and taste.

Can I make avocado salsa verde ahead of time?

You can blend it up to 4 hours ahead if you press plastic wrap onto the surface to block air. Just stir it before serving, and it should still look bright and green.

What if I don't have a blender?

A food processor works just as well, though you may need to scrape down the sides once or twice to get it smooth. Or mash the avocado by hand, then stir in the salsa verde and chopped cilantro for a chunkier version.

Why did my avocado salsa verde turn brown?

Browning happens when the avocado hits air, so the longer it sits uncovered the darker it gets. To keep it green, squeeze a little lime juice on top and cover the surface tightly before refrigerating.