High Protein Aja Verde

Elevate your meals with this vibrant and nutrient-packed High Protein Aja Verde, a zesty green sauce bursting with fresh cilantro, parsley, and a touch of heat from green chili pepper. Enhanced with Greek yogurt, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds, this recipe delivers a creamy texture while boosting your protein intake. Perfectly balanced with tangy lime juice, garlic, and a hint of olive oil, this sauce is a versatile powerhouse—use it as a zingy dip, a topping for grilled vegetables, or a flavorful spread for sandwiches. Ready in just 15 minutes, this bright and herbaceous sauce is as easy to whip up as it is to devour. It’s a healthy, delicious, and meal-prep-friendly addition to your culinary repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 bunches Fresh cilantro
• 1 bunch Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• 3 units Garlic cloves
• 1 unit Green chili pepper
• 1 unit Lime
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your greens. Thoroughly wash the cilantro and parsley to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with paper towels and roughly chop them, including the stems, as they have great flavor.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine chia seeds and water. Stir and let sit for about 5 minutes to create a gel-like consistency. This will help thicken the Aja Verde while adding a boost of protein.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop them. Slice open the green chili pepper, removing the seeds if you prefer a milder sauce, and roughly chop it.

Step 4

In a food processor, combine the cilantro, parsley, Greek yogurt, pumpkin seeds, garlic, green chili, the juice of one lime, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Blend until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a bit more olive oil or a tablespoon of water to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 6

Add the soaked chia seeds to the food processor and blend again to incorporate.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.

Step 8

Once the Aja Verde is well blended and seasoned, transfer it to a serving bowl or jar. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together more deeply.

Step 9

This high-protein Aja Verde can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(690.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1152.8

Total Fat 94.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.2g
Cholesterol 12.0mg	0%
Sodium 2557.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 11.9g
Protein 41.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 556.4mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 2093.6mg	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: 69.8%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 16.6%