Herb Salsa
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and zesty Herb Salsa—a simple yet flavor-packed recipe that transforms plain dishes into gourmet creations. Made with a fresh medley of flat-leaf parsley, cilantro, and mint, this salsa bursts with herbaceous goodness, while garlic, lemon zest, and red chili flakes add a kick of bold flavor. Blended with silky extra-virgin olive oil and tangy red wine vinegar, it achieves a perfect balance of richness and acidity. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile sauce is ideal as a topping for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread. Its fresh ingredients and easy preparation make it a must-have recipe for anyone who loves quick, healthy, and elevated meals. Don't forget to let it rest for 10 minutes—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (packed) fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 cup (packed) fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Thoroughly rinse and pat dry the parsley, cilantro, and mint leaves to remove any grit or dirt.
Add the parsley, cilantro, and mint to a food processor or blender.
Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves, then add them to the processor.
Pour in the olive oil and red wine vinegar.
Add the red chili flakes, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
Pulse the ingredients in the food processor until the herbs are finely chopped and the mixture reaches a pesto-like consistency. Be careful not to overprocess—you want to keep some texture.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, vinegar, or chili flakes depending on your preference.
Transfer the herb salsa to a bowl or airtight container and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve immediately as a topping for grilled dishes, or store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.9 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1273 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 487 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1597 mg | 34% | |
*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.
