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Verdolagas Tacos

Yields1 ServingPrep Time10 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time40 mins

Tomatillo Sauce
 4 Tomatillos, roughly chopped
 1 small serrano chile, seeded
 0.25 fresh white onion, chopped
 1 clove fresh garlic
 Salt and pepper, to taste
Taco Ingredients
 3 small bunches of verdolagas or other hearty greens (i.e. spinach or kale)
 8 corn tortillas
 0.25 cup cup queso fresco (optional)
 1 tbsp vegetable oil
1

Wash hands with soap and warm water,. Wash produce well.

2

Chop greens to 1 inch pieces and set aside.  

3

Roughly chop tomatillos, chile, onion, and garlic.

4

Combine in a blender with ¼ cup of water and blend until smooth.

5

In a large skillet over medium heat, add tomatillo sauce and  cook 10-15 minutes until mixture reduces by half.  

6

Stir in the oil, add greens, and cook until greens are soft, about 5-10 minutes.

7

Serve in warm corn tortillas with a sprinkle of queso fresco.

Nutrition Facts

1 servings

Serving size

8 tacos

Amount per serving
Calories60
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g33%

Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 25mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Protein 3g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.