Fresh and Spicy Green Herb Sauce

1g protein · 5 min · 123 kcal

Fresh and Spicy Green Herb Sauce

Packed full of chopped fresh cilantro, parsley, and jalapeño, this vibrant green sauce is made in a food processor in seconds. It adds a big spark to just about anything you put it on! Use it all day long on eggs, sandwiches, grilled meat, and vegetables.

5 min8 servings123 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
  • 1 small green jalapeno or serrano chili pepper (thinly sliced (seeded if you prefer less heat))
  • 1 clove garlic (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro (stems trimmed off)
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley (stems trimmed off)
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Put the vinegar or lemon juice in a small food processor and add the salt, chili pepper and garlic. Pile the herbs on top then pour in the oil.

  2. 2

    Process until the herbs are finely chopped and the sauce comes together to the consistency you prefer — loose and chunky or creamy and smooth.

  3. 3

    Taste and season with additional salt and/or lemon juice if you like.

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