Almond Free Paleo Aji Verde Sauce

Total time10 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

5.0

(11)

This vibrant Peruvian-inspired green sauce is punchy, herby, and just the right amount of spicy — the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more alive. Ají amarillo peppers bring a fruity, medium heat that pairs beautifully with fresh cilantro and a bright hit of lime juice, while avocado oil gives the whole thing a silky, pourable consistency. Garlic and jalapeño round out the flavor with a little extra kick, and if you have fresh mint on hand, tossing it in adds a cool, unexpected layer that really elevates the sauce. The whole thing comes together in under a minute of blending, making it one of the easiest ways to add serious flavor to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, you never have to second-guess what's in it — no fillers, no hidden additives, just clean, bold flavor from start to finish. Store-bought green sauces often sneak in dairy, seed oils, or thickeners that don't fit a paleo approach, so making your own this way is genuinely worth the two minutes it takes.

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Ingredients

6 servings

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
2 ají amarillo peppers, stems and seeds removed, roughly chopped
1 jalapeño, stem removed, roughly chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
3 cloves garlic, peeled
¼ cup avocado oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the cilantro, ají amarillo peppers, jalapeño, garlic, avocado oil, lime juice, and salt in a blender or food processor. Add the mint, if using.
2
Blend on high until the sauce is smooth and bright green, about 30–45 seconds, scraping down the sides once halfway through. The sauce should be pourable but not watery — if it seems too thick, add water 1 tsp at a time and blend briefly.

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