Pureed Herb Oil
Elevate your dishes with the vibrant, fresh flavors of Pureed Herb Oil—a culinary staple that transforms simple meals into gourmet experiences. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh parsley, basil, and chives, blanched briefly to preserve their brilliant green hue, and blended with high-quality extra-virgin olive oil for a smooth, herbaceous finish. Perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, grilled seafood, or a crisp salad, this versatile condiment adds a pop of color, aroma, and flavor to any dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a must-have for any home cook seeking to add a touch of elegance and freshness to their repertoire. Store it in the fridge or freeze for a burst of summer freshness, anytime you need it! Keywords: herb oil recipe, fresh herb oil, homemade herb condiment, vibrant pureed oil, easy herb sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh parsley leaves
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh chives
- 1.5 cups Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 cups Ice
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Prepare a large bowl filled with ice and water to create an ice bath. Set aside.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add the parsley, basil, and chives to the boiling water and blanch for 15-20 seconds to set their vibrant green color.
Using a slotted spoon, immediately transfer the blanched herbs to the prepared ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let the herbs cool completely, about 1-2 minutes.
Drain the herbs and gently squeeze out excess water using your hands or a clean kitchen towel.
Transfer the drained herbs to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Add the salt and 1.5 cups of extra-virgin olive oil to the blender.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and vibrant green. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure thorough blending.
To achieve a silky texture, strain the herb oil through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or jar, pressing gently to extract the liquid.
Store the pureed herb oil in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 358.5 g | 460% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.6 g | 248% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1322 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 548 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 1769 mg | 38% | |
*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.
