Vegan Aja Verde

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Discover the vibrant flavors of Vegan Aja Verde, a creamy green sauce inspired by traditional South American cuisine. Packed with fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley, this plant-based twist on the classic Aja Verde features nutrient-rich avocado and cashew nuts for an irresistibly smooth texture. Infused with the bold, citrusy heat of aji amarillo paste and finished with a dash of nutritional yeast, lime juice, and olive oil, this versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over grilled veggies, pairing with roasted potatoes, or as a zesty dip for snacks. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a must-try recipe that’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and bursting with flavor!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 cups Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cup Fresh parsley leaves
• 1 tablespoon Aji amarillo paste
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 small Avocado
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 cup Cashew nuts
• 0.5 cup Water

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Begin by soaking the cashew nuts in warm water for 15 minutes to soften them. Drain and set aside.

2. In a food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, parsley leaves, and drained cashew nuts. Pulse until finely chopped.

3. Add the aji amarillo paste, lime juice, garlic cloves, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and avocado to the food processor.

4. Process the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even mixing.

5. With the processor running, gradually pour in the olive oil and then the water, blending until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.

6. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if desired.

7. Transfer the Aja Verde to a serving dish or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (779.6g)

Calories		2810
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		289.1 g	371%
	Saturated Fat	41.8 g	209%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		2067 mg	90%
Total Carbohydrate		53.3 g	19%
	Dietary Fiber	18.6 g	66%
	Total Sugars	8.1 g
Protein		25.3 g	51%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		242 mg	19%
Iron		11.0 mg	61%
Potassium		2037 mg	43%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2601 cal (89.2%%)

Protein: 101 cal (3.5%%)

Carbs: 213 cal (7.3%%)