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Herb Infused Salsa Verde Recipe | Garden Inspired Recipe

This sauce takes less than five minutes to make and can be enjoyed on almost anything, from pasta to tacos. It can serve as a dipping sauce, marinade, or salad dressing. 

Herb Infused Salsa Verde

Recipe by Gardenuity
Recipe rating: N/A
Course: Appetizers, SideCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

5

minutes

Salsa Verde is perfect for dipping your favorite chips or veggies in, or a flavorful addition to your tacos and pasta.

Ingredients

  • 1 avocado

  • 1 cup packed parsley and basil leaves (you can substitute thyme, oregano or cilantro)

  • 1 jalapeno, seeds removed

  • 2 garlic cloves

  • Juice of two large limes

  • ½ cup of water

  • ½ cup of extra virgin olive oil

  • ½ cup of pistachios

  • Salt to taste

Directions

  • Place all ingredients, except nuts, in a food processor. Slowly add pistachios and pulse until smooth.
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