Lemon Basil Verde Sauce recipe
This simple Lemon Basil Verde Sauce is bursting with bright flavor and color! Enjoy with seafood, steak, and poultry. Drizzle on grilled or roasted vegetables. Add to cheeseboards & charcuterie. Mix with your favorite sandwich spreads, or toss it with pasta or fresh greens!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh basil, including soft stems - lightly packed
- 1 - 2 cloves fresh garlic - finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 fresh lemon, zested
- 1/3 cup good quality olive oil
- Sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and/or red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse until everything starts to come together. Then, process until sauce is completely smooth.
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To store: Place verde sauce in a glass (non-reactive), air-tight container. Keep refrigerated up to three days. Some oxidation (slight discoloration) may occur on the surface of the sauce. This is just caused by air coming in contact for prolonged period of time. It's completely harmless, and will disappear with a quick stir.
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Recipe makes approximately 3/4 cup Lemon Basil Verde Sauce