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7. Tomatillos

Tomatillo means “little tomato” in Spanish, but this is a misnomer. Tomatillos, on the other hand, are not tomatoes and come from a completely different plant. They are a greenish color that originated in Mexico and are a common ingredient in salsa verde.

With only 32 calories per serving and 20 percent of the daily recommended value of vitamin C, 13 percent of vitamin K, and niacin a natural vitamin in the body that aids overall general health.

Tomatillos provide a significant dose of health benefits and compounds with no known side effects or toxicity.

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