Sesame Free Herb & Citrus Mojo Verde
This vibrant green sauce is everything you want in a finishing condiment — bright, garlicky, herbaceous, and just a little tangy from fresh lime juice and apple cider vinegar. Cilantro and flat-leaf parsley form the leafy backbone, while a touch of ground ginger adds a subtle warmth that makes the whole thing feel a little unexpected in the best way. The blender does most of the work, bringing everything together in under a minute into a silky, pourable sauce that practically glows. Bottled sauces and marinades are notorious for sneaking in sesame oil or tahini, especially in anything with a "green goddess" or mojo-style vibe — so making your own from scratch is genuinely the smarter move here. Every ingredient in this recipe is straightforward and easy to verify, which means you can drizzle freely without second-guessing the label. Extra-virgin olive oil is the only fat in play, and it gives the sauce a clean, fruity richness that lets the herbs stay front and center. Spoon it over grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, fish tacos, or even a simple bowl of rice and beans — it elevates just about anything it touches. Made in minutes and good for up to four days in the fridge, this is the kind of sauce you'll find yourself reaching for all week 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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