salsa verde

[ sahl-suh vur-dee; Spanish, Italian sahl-sah ver-de ]

noun

1. Mexican Cooking. a green sauce of tomatillos, chile peppers, cilantro, garlic, and onion.
2. Italian Cooking. a green sauce of olive oil and vinegar or lemon juice, flavored with parsley, capers, anchovies, garlic, and mustard.

Word History and Origins

Origin of salsa verde¹

From Spanish and Italian: literally, “green sauce”

Example Sentences

He also supplemented the sandwich with a salsa verde, pickled red onions and garlic aioli.

From Washington Post

The subtle smokiness plays well against the main course and its partner, a bright salsa verde.

From Washington Post

I like to make salsas for myself at home, but I find that I never quite get the texture I’m looking for when I attempt salsa verde.

From Eater

The guacamole was perfection with a side of corn tortillas and smoky salsa verde.

From The Daily Beast

Not so much a dish but a condiment suited for almost any meal, salsa verde would have to be one of the tastiest condiments.

From The Daily Beast

Generously spoon the salsa verde over the salmon, being sure to stir up the solids that have settled to the bottom.

From The Daily Beast

Transfer the salsa verde to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator if not using immediately.

From The Daily Beast

Note: The recipe for the salsa verde will yield more than the recipe requires.

From The Daily Beast