Mediterranean Diet Zesty Green Dipping Sauce
Discover the irresistible flavors of this Mediterranean Diet Zesty Green Dipping Sauce—a vibrant and healthy condiment that’s perfect for enhancing an array of dishes. Packed with fresh parsley, cilantro, and mint, this sauce bursts with herbal goodness, while creamy avocado and tangy lemon juice create a luscious texture and zesty finish. Highlighted by capers, cumin, and a smooth drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, this recipe is ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, making it a quick and easy addition to your meal prep routine. Whether you’re dipping veggies, drizzling it over grilled meats, or serving it alongside toasted pita, this refreshing green sauce is sure to become a Mediterranean-inspired favorite in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (loosely packed) Fresh parsley
- 1 cup (loosely packed) Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 medium-sized Avocado
- 1 tablespoon Capers (rinsed and drained)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh parsley, cilantro, and mint leaves. Pulse a few times to begin breaking down the herbs.
Add the garlic clove, fresh lemon juice, avocado, and capers to the processor. Blend for 10-15 seconds until the mixture starts to combine.
While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
Add the ground cumin, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Blend again for a smooth consistency. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin it out to your desired texture.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the zesty green dipping sauce to a serving bowl. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1457 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 510 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1826 mg | 39% | |
*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.
