Tree Nut Free Paleo Aji Verde Sauce
This vibrant Peruvian-inspired green sauce is punchy, herby, and absolutely addictive — the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste better. The combination of ají amarillo peppers and jalapeño brings a layered heat that's fruity and bright rather than one-dimensional, while fresh cilantro and lime juice keep things lively and fresh. Avocado oil gives it a silky, pourable consistency without any dairy or legume-based thickeners, which is exactly what makes it a natural fit for a paleo table. A handful of fresh mint is optional but genuinely worth it if you want an extra dimension of cool against all that pepper heat. The whole thing comes together in under a minute of blending — just toss everything into a food processor, run it until smooth, and adjust the salt and lime to your taste. It's the kind of sauce you'll want to drizzle over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or honestly just eat with a spoon. Store-bought green sauces often sneak in additives or oils that don't belong on a clean-eating plate, so having this one in your fridge is a serious upgrade.
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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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