Macadamia Free Herb & Citrus Mojo Verde
This vibrant green sauce is everything you want in a finishing condiment — herby, garlicky, tangy, and alive with citrus. Fresh cilantro and flat-leaf parsley form the backbone, while lime juice, lime zest, and a splash of apple cider vinegar keep the flavor punchy and bright. A touch of ground ginger adds just enough warmth to make it feel a little unexpected without overpowering the herbs. The whole thing comes together in a blender in under a minute, with a slow drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil pulling it into a silky, pourable consistency that clings beautifully to whatever you spoon it over. Bottled green sauces often sneak in nuts or mystery oils, so blending your own means you know exactly what's in it — and this one keeps things clean and simple. Drizzle it over grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, fish tacos, or even a fried egg, and it instantly makes the plate feel restaurant-worthy. It keeps in the fridge for up to four days, though it rarely lasts that long.
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6 servings
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- ½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp lime zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cilantro, parsley, garlic, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, ground ginger, and lime zest (if using) in a blender or food processor. Pulse 6–8 times until the herbs and garlic are roughly chopped and the mixture begins to come together.
- 2
With the machine running on low, stream in the olive oil in a slow, steady pour until the sauce is smooth and bright green with a slightly loose, pourable consistency — about 30 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides once if needed.
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