MSG Free Watercress Lemon Sauce
Bright, peppery watercress meets fresh lemon in a blender sauce that comes together in just a few minutes and instantly elevates whatever it touches. The peppery bite of the greens is balanced by the citrus and a smooth pour of extra virgin olive oil, creating a vibrant green sauce that looks as good as it tastes. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so you never have to second-guess a label or worry about hidden flavor enhancers sneaking in. Garlic and sea salt do all the heavy lifting in the flavor department, keeping things clean and genuinely delicious. A quick emulsification step with the olive oil gives it a silky, pourable texture that clings beautifully to grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or a simple grain bowl. The optional parsley adds an extra layer of herby freshness if you want to lean into the green even more. This is the kind of sauce that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a bottle.
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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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