Mold Detox Friendly Watercress Lemon Sauce
This vibrant green sauce comes together in minutes and delivers a bright, peppery punch that makes just about anything on your plate feel more alive. Watercress is a powerhouse green that supports the body's natural detox pathways, and pairing it with fresh lemon juice and zest gives this sauce a clean, zingy lift that feels genuinely restorative. A small clove of garlic and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil round out the flavor while helping the whole thing emulsify into a silky, pourable consistency. Every ingredient here is whole, fresh, and carefully chosen — nothing processed, nothing fermented, nothing that could introduce unwanted mold or mycotoxin exposure. The blender does all the heavy lifting in under two minutes, so this is a genuinely low-effort way to add something nourishing to your meals. Spoon it over grilled proteins, roasted vegetables, or use it as a dipping sauce — it's versatile enough to work with almost anything you're already making. Four servings means you can prep it once and keep the week feeling a little more intentional.
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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
Ingredient noteDried black pepper can sometimes contain mold toxins, but the trace amount used here is so small that it is likely tolerated by many. When possible, use a recently purchased organic spice and store it tightly closed in a cool, dry place. If you prefer to always avoid black pepper, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 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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