Vegan Fresh and Zesty Green Sauce

Elevate your meals with this Vegan Fresh and Zesty Green Sauce—a vibrant, herb-packed creation that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. Bursting with fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, and mint, this no-cook sauce is brightened by zesty lemon and lime juices, balanced with a touch of maple syrup, and finished with a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the perfect drizzle over salads, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls, and also shines as a dip or marinade. This gluten-free, dairy-free, and plant-based recipe delivers bold, refreshing flavor in every bite, making it a must-have for spring and summer meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh parsley leaves
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.5 cup Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the parsley, cilantro, basil, and mint leaves under cold water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or salad spinner to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop them for easier blending.

Step 3

Add the parsley, cilantro, basil, mint, and garlic into a food processor or high-powered blender.

Step 4

Pour in the lemon juice, lime juice, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup into the food processor.

Step 5

Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 6

Blend all ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and well-combined, pausing to scrape down the sides if necessary.

Step 7

If the sauce is too thick, add one tablespoon of water at a time and blend until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to brighten the flavor if desired.

Step 9

Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Step 10

Serve as a flavorful dressing over salads, a topping for roasted vegetables, or as a dip for snacks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(694.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1185.0

Total Fat 116.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1331.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.2g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 685.2mg	0%
Iron 25.2mg	0%
Potassium 2486.4mg	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: 84.7%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 11.3%