Fresh Herb Sauce
Elevate your dishes with the vibrant and versatile Fresh Herb Sauce, a zesty blend of parsley, cilantro, basil, and dill, perfectly balanced with garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of red wine vinegar. This easy no-cook recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, creates a smooth and flavorful emulsion with olive oil that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, pasta, or even fresh bread. Highlighting aromatic garden-fresh herbs and spices like red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this sauce is a refreshing addition to any meal. Let it marinate for extra depth, and enjoy a healthy, gluten-free, and dairy-free condiment that’s bursting with natural flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Fresh dill
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Begin by thoroughly rinsing all the fresh herbs under cold water to remove any dirt or residues.
Gently pat dry the herbs with a paper towel or use a salad spinner to dry them carefully.
Coarsely chop the parsley, cilantro, basil, and dill, removing any tough stems, to help the blending process.
Peel the garlic cloves and cut them into halves to evenly distribute in the blend.
In a food processor, combine the chopped parsley, cilantro, basil, dill, and garlic.
Add the lemon juice and red wine vinegar to the food processor, ensuring the acidity will be well balanced.
With the food processor running, slowly stream in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and emulsified. You may need to scrape down the sides with a spatula to ensure even blending.
Season the herb sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, adjusting to taste.
Continue blending until all ingredients are well combined and the herbs are finely chopped.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more lemon juice or vinegar for extra tartness.
Transfer the sauce to a bowl or a jar and cover it with plastic wrap or a lid.
Allow it to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Serve the herb sauce with your choice of grilled meats, vegetables, pasta, or as a dip for breads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.3 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1330 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2128 mg | 45% | |
*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.
