How To Make Salsa Verde (Green Sauce)
A vibrant and flavorful sauce made from fresh herbs, garlic, and tangy lime juice. Perfect for adding a burst of zesty flavor to any dish.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed (optional for spice)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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In a food processor or blender, combine the parsley, cilantro, garlic, jalapeno, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
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Blend until all the ingredients are well combined and the sauce has a smooth consistency.
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Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lime juice, or jalapeno for desired flavor.
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Transfer the salsa verde to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve as a dip for tortilla chips, a sauce for tacos or grilled meats, or as a marinade for chicken or fish.
Nutrition
- Calories : 96kcal
- Total Fat : 9g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Sodium : 292mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 3g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 0g
- Protein : 1g
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