Low Sodium Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce)

Brighten up your dishes with this Low Sodium Aji Verde, a vibrant and healthy twist on the classic Peruvian green sauce. Packed with fresh cilantro and parsley, creamy Greek yogurt, and zesty lime juice, this sauce bursts with herbaceous and tangy flavors without the need for added salt. Adjust the heat level by seeding your jalapeños to suit your spice preference, while a touch of Dijon mustard and cumin adds depth to its flavor profile. This easy, 10-minute recipe is perfect as a dipping sauce, drizzled over grilled vegetables, or paired with roasted meats. Low in sodium but high in flavor, this versatile sauce offers a heart-conscious way to elevate your favorite dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 2 pieces jalapeño pepper
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Start by roughly chopping the fresh cilantro and parsley. Remove the stems as much as possible as they can add bitterness.

Step 2

Slice open the jalapeño peppers, remove seeds for less heat, and chop them into small pieces.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and chop them into halves.

Step 4

In a food processor, combine the cilantro, parsley, jalapeños, and garlic. Pulse until all the ingredients are finely chopped.

Step 5

Add Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, ground cumin, ground black pepper, and Dijon mustard to the food processor.

Step 6

Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust lime juice or pepper to preference.

Step 8

Transfer the Aji Verde sauce to a storage container. It can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(278.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	369.1

Total Fat 31.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 6.0mg	0%
Sodium 188.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.7g
Protein 11.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 180.9mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 646.3mg	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: 72.8%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 15.5%