Salsa Verde Italian Green Sauce
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Salsa Verde Italian Green Sauce is a versatile condiment that will elevate any dish. Featuring a fragrant mix of flat-leaf parsley, fresh basil, zesty lemon, and a savory boost from capers and anchovy fillets, this classic recipe delivers a harmonious balance of tangy, salty, and herbaceous notes. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant green sauce is perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or simply served as a dip with crusty bread. Packed with healthy fats from extra virgin olive oil and a touch of acidity from red wine vinegar, it’s a flavorful and wholesome addition to your culinary repertoire. Easy to make ahead and store, this Italian Salsa Verde is a must-try for fans of bold and refreshing condiments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley
- 0.5 bunch fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
- 2 pieces anchovy fillets
- 1 piece garlic clove, minced
- 100 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Thoroughly wash the parsley and basil leaves, then pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Remove any thick stems from the parsley and basil, and place the leaves into a food processor or blender.
Add the rinsed capers, anchovy fillets, and minced garlic clove to the food processor.
Pulse the mixture a few times to break down the ingredients into smaller pieces.
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth, cohesive sauce. Stop to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add the red wine vinegar, lemon zest, black pepper, and salt, then pulse a few more times to combine.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar as desired.
Transfer the Salsa Verde to a serving bowl or jar. Serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.1 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 3275 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 448 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 966 mg | 21% | |
*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.
