Salsa Cruda—The Bright & Creamy Raw Salsa

Salsa Cruda – Creamy, Tangy & Totally Raw

Introduction

Sometimes it’s called “guacamole”, sometimes “guaca-salsa”, but the real name? Salsa Cruda. Whatever you call it, one thing’s for sure — everything in this salsa is raw (that’s what cruda means).

This bright, tangy, and creamy salsa is simple but hits all the right notes — acidity from the tomatillos and lime, creaminess from ripe avocado, and a punch of heat from serrano chiles. I love adding avocado for that smooth texture, though purists might leave it out. Either way, this one’s versatile.

💡 My favorite move? Slather it over pescado zarandeado or grilled seafood. But don’t stop there — it’s perfect on simple tacos or even as a dip for chips.

Why This Salsa Works

✔ Bright & Tangy Acidity → Raw tomatillos and lime juice bring the perfect tang.
✔ Creamy Texture → Thanks to ripe avocado (no emulsification needed).
✔ Raw & Fresh → No cooking, no fuss — just pure, bold flavor.
✔ Versatile → Use it on seafood, tacos, or as a dipping salsa.

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Ingredients

Salsa Cruda (Yields: 1 Pint)

• 345g tomatillo, quartered

• 85g avocado

• 50g white onion, large dice

• 25g serrano chiles, cut into small pieces

• 16g garlic, whole cloves

• 25g cilantro, chopped

• 5g Diamond Crystal kosher salt

• 52g lime juice, fresh squeezed

Instructions

1️⃣ Blend It All (But Keep It Chill)

• Add tomatillos, avocado, onion, serrano chiles, garlic, cilantro, salt, and lime juice to a Vitamix (or similar blender) fitted with a tamper.

• Run the machine on level 3 and use the tamper to push ingredients into the blades.

• Blend and pulse until a semi-smooth texture is reached — think creamy, but still with a bit of texture.

⚠️ Important: DO NOT blend on high — it’ll turn into a weird, frothy mess. Low and slow is the move here.

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Tips & Tricks

🔥 Avocado adds creaminess, but feel free to skip it if you want a thinner, brighter cruda.
🔥 Adjust heat by adding more serranos if you want a spicier kick.
🔥 For extra texture, top your salsa with diced onions and chopped cilantro before serving.

How to Use Salsa Cruda

• 🐟 Seafood’s Best Friend → Spoon over pescado zarandeado or grilled shrimp.

• 🌮 Taco Topper → Perfect on grilled meat or veggie tacos — one bite, and you're in heaven.

• 🥑 Dip It → It’s guac-adjacent, so go ahead and dip those tortilla chips.

Make It & Show Me!

Try this Salsa Cruda and let me know how you use it! Tag me on Instagram @goatboyintl — I want to see your creations. 🌶💚

💡 P.S. Raw doesn’t mean boring — it means bold.