Low Fat Aja Verde

Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and creamy Low Fat Aja Verde, a refreshing take on the classic green sauce that's both lighter and packed with flavor. Made with a blend of fresh cilantro, parsley, jalapeño, and a hint of garlic, this recipe swaps traditional heavy ingredients for low-fat Greek yogurt, offering a tangy, guilt-free twist. A splash of lime juice, olive oil, and white wine vinegar adds zesty depth, while the perfect balance of seasonings ensures a bold and herbaceous taste. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile sauce is ideal as a topping for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or hearty sandwiches. Plus, it's make-ahead friendly—simply refrigerate to let the flavors meld and enjoy all week long. Healthy, easy, and irresistibly delicious, this low-fat Aja Verde is a must-try for your next culinary adventure!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
• 1 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and roughly chopped
• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Combine the cilantro, parsley, jalapeno, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.

Step 2

Add the low-fat Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, and white wine vinegar to the processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth.

Step 3

Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 4

Gradually add water to the processor while blending until desired consistency is reached. The sauce should be thick but pourable.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Transfer to a container with a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve as a topping for grills, roasted veggies, or as a sauce for sandwiches. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1133.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	603.2

Total Fat 27.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 29.4mg	0%
Sodium 530.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 36.1g
Protein 38.0g	0%

Vitamin D 88.2IU	0%
Calcium 886.9mg	0%
Iron 25.8mg	0%
Potassium 2266.6mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 41.0%