Italian Salsa Verde

Italian salsa verde is a green herb sauce with fresh parsley and basil. A versatile, no-cook condiment made in the food processor, it keeps for 2 weeks in the refrigerator. Use it over grilled steak, chicken, a salad dressing, and much more.

clear pitcher with green herb sauce and basil and parsley leaves on board
Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
6 to 8
Yield:
3/4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 to 8 servings

  • 1 cup fresh parsley

  • 1 cup basil

  • 1/4 cup capers

  • 1 large lemon

  • 2 cloves garlic

  • 1/2 cup olive oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Combine parsley, basil, capers, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes in the bowl of a food processor; pulse a few times. Pour olive oil in slowly, while pulsing a few more times until uniform consistency but not a puree. Mix in salt. 

  2. Can be stored for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

215 Calories
19g Fat
16g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 215
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 24%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 232mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin C 86mg 95%
Calcium 58mg 4%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 290mg 6%

* 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.