Nut-Free Fresh and Zesty Green Sauce
Brighten up your dishes with our Nut-Free Fresh and Zesty Green Sauce—a vibrant, herb-packed condiment that’s as versatile as it is flavorful! Made with a refreshing blend of cilantro, parsley, and basil, this sauce gets its zesty kick from lime juice, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of jalapeño heat. Perfectly smooth and nut-free, it’s a great alternative for those with dietary restrictions. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this green sauce pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, salads, or as a dip for your favorite snacks. Its fresh, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor profile will transform any meal into a culinary delight! Bonus: It’s easy to make ahead and keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to a week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 medium Jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
- 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large Lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the cilantro, parsley, and basil leaves. Remove any large stems.
Place the cilantro, parsley, basil, jalapeño, and minced garlic into a food processor.
Add the juice of one large lime, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the processor.
Secure the lid and pulse the ingredients until combined, scraping down the sides as necessary.
Gradually add in the water, tablespoon by tablespoon, and continue to blend until you reach a smooth and slightly creamy consistency.
Taste and adjust salt or lime juice as needed to achieve your preferred balance of flavor.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or jar. It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.6 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1283 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1428 mg | 30% | |
*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.
