Mediterranean Diet Zesty Green Dipping Sauce

Bright, herbaceous, and bursting with flavor, this Mediterranean Diet Zesty Green Dipping Sauce is the perfect accompaniment to elevate any meal or snack. Packed with fresh parsley, cilantro, mint, and a creamy touch of avocado, this vibrant sauce is light, refreshing, and irresistibly zesty, thanks to a generous splash of fresh lemon juice and a pinch of ground cumin. The addition of capers brings just the right pop of briny tang, while extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together with a rich, velvety texture. Not only is this no-cook recipe ready in just 10 minutes, but it’s also versatile—use it as a dip for veggies, a drizzle over roasted meats, or a spread for wraps and sandwiches. Healthy, easy, and absolutely delicious, this sauce will become your go-to condiment for Mediterranean-inspired meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup (loosely packed) Fresh parsley
• 1 cup (loosely packed) Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 medium-sized Avocado
• 1 tablespoon Capers (rinsed and drained)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh parsley, cilantro, and mint leaves. Pulse a few times to begin breaking down the herbs.

Step 2

Add the garlic clove, fresh lemon juice, avocado, and capers to the processor. Blend for 10-15 seconds until the mixture starts to combine.

Step 3

While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Blend again for a smooth consistency. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin it out to your desired texture.

Step 5

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Step 6

Transfer the zesty green dipping sauce to a serving bowl. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(427.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	773.0

Total Fat 73.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1457.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 10.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 510.2mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 1825.9mg	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: 78.6%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 16.2%