Vegan Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce)

Bright, zesty, and packed with bold flavors, this Vegan Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce) is a plant-based twist on the classic condiment beloved in Peruvian cuisine. Made with fresh cilantro, parsley, jalapeño peppers, and garlic, this vibrant sauce gets its creamy texture from vegan mayonnaise and an umami kick from nutritional yeast. A splash of lime juice and apple cider vinegar add the perfect tangy balance. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile green sauce is perfect as a dipping sauce, a drizzle over rice and beans, or a topping for grilled vegetables. Easy to make, gluten-free, and bursting with herbs and spice, this vegan version delivers all the authentic flavor with none of the dairy. Perfect for meal prep, it can be stored for up to 5 days, making it a must-have condiment for any vegan kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 whole jalapeño peppers
• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Remove the stems from the jalapeño peppers and deseed them carefully to control the heat level. If you prefer your sauce spicier, leave the seeds in.

Step 2

Rinse the cilantro and parsley leaves thoroughly and pat them dry or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop them.

Step 4

In a blender or food processor, combine the jalapeño peppers, cilantro, parsley, and garlic. Blend until the mixture is finely chopped and well combined.

Step 5

Add the lime juice, olive oil, vegan mayonnaise, nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

Step 6

Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You may need to stop occasionally to scrape down the sides with a spatula.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add additional lime juice or salt according to your taste preference.

Step 8

Transfer the Vegan Aji Verde sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve as a condiment with grilled vegetables, as a dipping sauce, or drizzled over rice and beans. The sauce will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(579.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	630.5

Total Fat 52.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 27mg	0%
Sodium 1849.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 10.1g
Protein 12.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304.8mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1621.2mg	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: 69.5%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 23.1%