Herb, Tomato, Olive, and Caper Sauce

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Serve this versatile, umami-rich herb, tomato, olive, and caper sauce with dippers; toss with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella; or spoon over any meats, tofu, and/or veggies you can throw on the grill.

herb, tomato, olive, and caper sauce served with an assortment of fresh veggies and potato chips.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
2/3 cup
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 cups packed fresh basil

  • 2 tablespoons packed fresh oregano

  • 1 tablespoon packed fresh tarragon

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 3 lemons)

  • 1/4 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1/4 cupfinely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes

  • black pepper potato chips and/or crudités, such as halved radishes, endive leaves, halved baby carrots, mini bell peppers, cucumber slices, and/or snap peas, for serving

Directions

  1. Pulse basil, oregano, tarragon, and lemon zest in a food processor until finely chopped. Add olives and capers; pulse to combine. Add olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper; pulse until a saucy paste forms. Stir in tomatoes. Serve with potato chips and/or crudités.

  2. Chill in an airtight container up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

311 Calories
31g Fat
8g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 311
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g 40%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 458mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 1g 3%
Vitamin C 28mg 32%
Calcium 63mg 5%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 186mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.