Vegan Indian Mint Sauce

Elevate your plant-based meals with this vibrant Vegan Indian Mint Sauce, a creamy and refreshing condiment that’s packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring a perfect balance of fresh mint, cilantro, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of heat from green chili, this recipe uses coconut yogurt to achieve its silky texture while staying completely dairy-free. Spiced with earthy cumin and aromatic ginger, this sauce is not only quick and easy to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—but also versatile enough to pair with everything from vegetable samosas and grilled tofu to quinoa bowls and roasted veggies. Ideal for dipping, drizzling, or dolloping, this flavorful vegan mint sauce is a must-have addition to your repertoire of Indian-inspired recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup, packed fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup, packed fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 medium green chili
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 inch piece, peeled ginger
• 0.5 cup coconut yogurt
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons, optional water

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing and preparing the herbs. Rinse the fresh mint and cilantro leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or pesticides. Gently pat them dry with a clean towel or use a salad spinner.

Step 2

Roughly chop the mint and cilantro leaves, removing any large stems. Place the chopped herbs in a blender or food processor.

Step 3

Add the medium green chili, ensuring it's washed, with the stem removed. If you prefer less heat, you can deseed the chili before adding.

Step 4

Peel a 1-inch piece of ginger and roughly chop it. Add the ginger to the blender.

Step 5

Add the lemon juice, cumin powder, and salt to the blender.

Step 6

Add 1/2 cup of coconut yogurt to the mixture. This will add a creamy texture to the sauce while keeping it vegan.

Step 7

Blend all ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary. If the mixture is too thick or not blending well, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed, blending again briefly to mix any adjustments.

Step 9

Transfer the sauce to a bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. This sauce will keep well in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(699.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	310.9

Total Fat 10.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1288.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 17.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 900.3mg	0%
Iron 27.3mg	0%
Potassium 2321.6mg	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: 24.3%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 58.1%