Gut Friendly Watercress Lemon Sauce
Bright, peppery watercress meets zesty lemon in this vibrant blended sauce that comes together in just minutes. The combination of fresh greens, olive oil, and citrus makes it a genuinely nourishing condiment — one that's easy on the digestive system and free from anything processed or hard to trace. Watercress is a powerhouse leafy green, and blending it with lemon juice and a small amount of garlic creates a sauce that's bold without being harsh. Streaming in the olive oil at the end gives it a silky, emulsified texture that clings beautifully to whatever you're drizzling it over. A little parsley rounds out the flavor with an herby freshness that feels clean and light. This is the kind of sauce that makes simple grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or even a grain bowl feel like a proper meal — no heavy cream, no additives, just real ingredients doing all the work.
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4 servings
- 2 cups fresh watercress, thick stems removed
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 small clove garlic, roughly chopped
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the watercress, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, water, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Add the parsley, if using.
- 2
Blend on high speed for 30 seconds, until the greens are fully broken down and the mixture is a uniform, bright green purée.
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