Low Fat Fresh Herb Sauce
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and creamy Low Fat Fresh Herb Sauce, a perfectly balanced blend of fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, and chives. This versatile, 15-minute recipe is an irresistible combination of zesty lemon juice, tangy apple cider vinegar, and low-fat yogurt, creating a light and flavorful sauce that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Perfect as a dip, salad dressing, or drizzle over grilled veggies and proteins, this guilt-free herb-packed delight is bursting with freshness and can be easily made in a food processor. Plus, it’s low in fat and easy to store, making it a must-have addition to your weekly meal prep!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil
- 0.25 cup Fresh chives
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Low-fat plain yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash all fresh herbs thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
Step 2
Pat herbs dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Step 3
Remove the stems from the parsley and cilantro, and tear the basil leaves from their stems. For chives, simply chop them finely.
Step 4
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 5
In a food processor or blender, combine the parsley, cilantro, basil, chives, and minced garlic.
Step 6
Pulse the mixture a few times until the herbs are finely chopped.
Step 7
Add lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, low-fat yogurt, salt, and black pepper to the herb mixture in the food processor.
Step 8
Blend the ingredients at medium speed until smooth and well combined. If necessary, scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula to ensure even blending.
Step 9
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.
Step 10
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or jar. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Step 11
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (342.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 151.2 |
| Total Fat 2.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 6.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1329.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.4g | |
| Protein 11.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 62.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 396.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1151.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories