Heart-Healthy Zesty Green Dipping Sauce

Elevate your snacking and mealtime spreads with this Heart-Healthy Zesty Green Dipping Sauce, a vibrant and creamy blend bursting with fresh flavors! Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like fresh cilantro, parsley, and creamy avocado, this guilt-free dip gets a zesty kick from fresh lime juice, a hint of cumin, and an optional jalapeño for a customizable spice level. Lightened with unsalted vegetable broth for the perfect texture, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it an easy, wholesome addition to your table. Perfect for dipping veggies, spreading on wraps, or drizzling over roasted dishes, this versatile sauce is as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 medium Ripe avocado
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 0.5 medium Jalapeño (deseeded, optional for spice)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the fresh cilantro and parsley. Remove any thick stems to ensure a smooth sauce.

Step 2

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, parsley, avocado, fresh lime juice, garlic clove, and jalapeño (if using).

Step 4

Add the unsalted vegetable broth, ground cumin, ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt, if desired.

Step 5

Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If needed, add a small splash of additional vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice or spices to balance the flavors.

Step 7

Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and use immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(350.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	297.0

Total Fat 23.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2262.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 2.4g
Protein 6.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 149.0mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1431.2mg	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: 63.2%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 29.4%