Vegetarian Zesty Green Dipping Sauce
Elevate your snacking game with this vibrant Vegetarian Zesty Green Dipping Sauce, a perfect blend of fresh herbs and creamy Greek yogurt. Packed with refreshing cilantro, parsley, and mint, this recipe is further enhanced by zesty lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a hint of jalapeño for optional spice. Whipped up in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce boasts rich flavors and a smooth texture that's ideal for dunking veggies, chips, or drizzling over salads and grain bowls. Whether you're hosting a party or looking to add a tangy twist to everyday dishes, this quick, herbaceous, and healthy dip is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh cilantro
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup (packed) Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 whole Jalapeño (optional, for extra zest)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (if needed for consistency)
Instructions
Wash the cilantro, parsley, and mint thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.
If using jalapeño, remove the seeds for a milder flavor or keep them for extra spice. Roughly chop the jalapeño into smaller pieces for easier blending.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, parsley, mint, Greek yogurt, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, jalapeño (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Blend everything on high speed until the sauce is smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to reach your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or airtight container. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1279 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.9 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1558 mg | 33% | |
*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.
