Low Fat Fresh Green Chili Sauce
Bring a vibrant kick to your dishes with this *Low Fat Fresh Green Chili Sauce*, a bold and zesty condiment that's as healthy as it is flavorful! Made with fresh green chilies, garlic, and cilantro, this recipe blends into a smooth, tangy sauce with the perfect balance of heat and brightness, thanks to fresh lime juice and a hint of honey. The addition of ground cumin adds an earthy depth, while its naturally low-fat profile makes it a guilt-free way to enhance tacos, grilled meats, roasted veggies, or any dish needing a lively punch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy homemade green chili sauce is a fresh, preservative-free alternative to store-bought options, perfect for those who crave bold, fiery flavors with a healthy twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 whole Fresh green chilies
- 3 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Wash and dry the fresh green chilies. Cut off the stems and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds if you prefer a milder sauce.
Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the prepared green chilies, garlic, cilantro leaves, fresh lime juice, white vinegar, ground cumin, salt, honey, and water.
Blend the mixture on high until you achieve a smooth sauce consistency. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or honey according to your taste preferences.
Transfer the green chili sauce to a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.
Store in the refrigerator for up to one week and enjoy as a delicious, low-fat condiment for tacos, grilled meats, and more.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1305 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1574 mg | 33% | |
*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.
