Mediterranean Diet Friendly Herb & Ginger Schug
This vibrant green sauce is a punchy, aromatic condiment built almost entirely from fresh herbs, and it delivers serious flavor with very little effort. Cilantro and flat-leaf parsley form the leafy backbone, while fresh ginger and garlic bring heat and depth that make every spoonful feel alive. A touch of turmeric and Ceylon cinnamon add warm, earthy complexity without overwhelming the brightness — it's a flavor combination that feels both ancient and completely fresh. Extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together into a coarse, spoonable paste that's as beautiful to look at as it is to eat. This kind of herb-forward, olive-oil-based condiment is practically a cornerstone of Mediterranean-style eating, leaning on whole, minimally processed ingredients with no added sugars or refined fats. A short rest in the fridge before serving is all it takes for the flavors to bloom and mellow into something truly special. Spoon it over grilled fish, roasted vegetables, eggs, or flatbread — honestly, it improves almost anything it touches.
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8 servings
- 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cilantro, parsley, garlic, ginger, turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse 8–10 times until the herbs and garlic are roughly broken down and the mixture looks coarsely chopped.
- 2
Add the lemon juice and pulse 3–4 more times to incorporate.
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