Dairy-Free Indian Mint Sauce
Brighten up your meals with this quick and flavorful Dairy-Free Indian Mint Sauce, a creamy yet completely plant-based twist on the classic chutney. Bursting with the fresh, vibrant flavors of mint and cilantro, this 10-minute sauce is elevated with zesty lemon juice, aromatic cumin, and a subtle kick of green chili. With no yogurt in sight, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a vegan or lactose-free alternative without compromising on taste. Use it as a dipping sauce for samosas, a drizzle over grilled veggies, or a refreshing accompaniment to curries and rice dishes. Simple, healthy, and utterly irresistible, this homemade Indian mint sauce is a versatile condiment you’ll want to keep on hand!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 Green chili
- 1 Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
- 4 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Rinse the fresh mint and cilantro leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Shake off excess water or pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a blender, combine the mint leaves, cilantro leaves, green chili, and garlic clove.
Add lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and sugar to the blender.
Pour in the water to help with blending. You may adjust the quantity of water to reach the desired consistency.
Blend all ingredients on high speed until you achieve a smooth sauce. Scrape down the sides of the blender if needed and blend again until fully smooth.
Taste the sauce to adjust salt, sugar, or lemon juice based on your personal preference.
Transfer the mint sauce to a serving bowl. It can be served immediately or refrigerated for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1051 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1148 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
