Dairy-Free Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce)

Elevate your meals with this vibrant, dairy-free Aji Verde, a Peruvian green sauce bursting with fresh flavors and a velvety texture. Made with an herbaceous blend of cilantro, mildly spicy jalapeño peppers, creamy avocado, and zesty lime juice, this sauce is a healthier plant-based twist on a classic favorite. A touch of Dijon mustard and white vinegar adds depth, while olive oil ensures its signature smoothness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect as a dip for vegetables, a topping for grilled meats, or a drizzle over rice and roasted veggies. Whether you're dairy-free or just looking for a flavorful accompaniment, this Aji Verde is your go-to for adding a bright, tangy kick to any dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 medium jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped
• 2 large garlic cloves, chopped
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 medium avocado, peeled and pitted
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your ingredients: seed and chop the jalapeño peppers, roughly chop the garlic, and slice the green onions.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, add 2 cups of fresh cilantro leaves, 2 seeded and chopped jalapeño peppers, 2 chopped garlic cloves, and the 2 chopped green onions.

Step 3

Add 3 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of white vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the blender.

Step 4

Peel and pit half of an avocado, and add it to the mixture in the blender. This will add creaminess without using dairy.

Step 5

Pour in 0.25 cups of olive oil and 0.25 cups of water into the blender to help the mixture blend smoothly.

Step 6

Season the mixture with 0.5 teaspoons of sea salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper.

Step 7

Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the sauce is smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, you can add a little more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the lime juice, salt, and jalapeño level to your preference for acidity, saltiness, and heat.

Step 9

Pour the Aji Verde into a serving bowl, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Step 10

Serve as a dip with vegetables, or as a sauce over grilled meats, rice, or cooked vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(867.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	767.3

Total Fat 75.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1634.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 3.6g
Protein 8.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 287.5mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 1750.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.2%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 13.5%