Low Carb Zesty Green Dipping Sauce
Elevate your snack game with this vibrant Low Carb Zesty Green Dipping Sauce that combines bold flavors and wholesome ingredients into one enticing recipe. Packed with fresh basil, parsley, and cilantro, this sauce gets a creamy, nutrient-rich boost from ripe avocado and a zesty kick from lime juice and jalapeño pepper. Garlic and extra virgin olive oil add depth, while the seamless blend results in a velvety texture perfect for dipping, drizzling, or spreading. Ready in just 10 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is ideal for pairing with veggies, grilled meats, or savory chips. Bursting with fresh, herby flavors and just the right amount of spice, this dipping sauce is a must-try for anyone seeking healthy yet delicious options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 medium Avocado
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 small Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the fresh basil, parsley, and cilantro leaves.
Cut and pit the avocado, then scoop out the flesh.
Peel the garlic cloves and remove seeds from the jalapeño if a milder flavor is preferred.
Add the basil, parsley, cilantro, avocado, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, water, jalapeño (seeded or unseeded), salt, and black pepper to a blender or food processor.
Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
Adjust the consistency by adding more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if desired.
Taste and adjust seasoning to your preference (add more lime juice or salt if needed).
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or airtight container.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days. Stir before serving as separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.9 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1306 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 472 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2612 mg | 56% | |
*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.
