Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a food processor or blender, combine the chopped parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
2. Blend the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.
4. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or jar.
10 minutes
Temperature: Room temperature
Serving size: Makes about 1 1/2 cups of sauce
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Total fat: 13g
- Saturated fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 75mg
- Total carbohydrates: 2g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Parsley: You can use cilantro or basil instead of parsley.
- Olive oil: You can use any neutral-flavored oil, such as canola or vegetable oil.
- Lemon juice: You can use lime juice or white wine vinegar instead of lemon juice.
- Garlic: You can use roasted garlic or shallots instead of raw garlic.
Variations:
- Spicy Parsley and Garlic Sauce: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the sauce for some heat.
- Creamy Parsley and Garlic Sauce: Add 1/4 cup of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the sauce for a creamy texture.
- Vegan Parsley and Garlic Sauce: Use a vegan-friendly oil, such as avocado oil, and omit the salt.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh parsley for the best flavor.
- You can make this sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This sauce goes well with grilled meats, vegetables, and seafood.
Storage instructions: Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions: Serve the sauce at room temperature.
Presentation ideas: Serve the sauce in a small bowl or jar with a spoon for easy serving.
Garnishes: Garnish the sauce with a sprig of parsley or a lemon wedge.
Pairings: This sauce goes well with grilled meats, vegetables, and seafood.
Suggested side dishes: Serve this sauce with roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice: If the sauce is too thick, add a little more olive oil or lemon juice to thin it out.
Food safety advice: Store the sauce in the refrigerator and discard any leftovers after 3 days.
Food history: Parsley and garlic are commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine.
Flavor profiles: This sauce has a bright, fresh flavor from the parsley and a pungent, savory flavor from the garlic.
Serving suggestions: Serve this sauce as a dip or drizzle it over grilled meats, vegetables, or seafood.
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