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Green Parsley Sauce and Marinade

This Green Parsley Sauce and Marinade is your new favorite 5-minute condiment. Fresh flat-leaf parsley, bright lemon juice, creamy Greek yogurt, and rich extra virgin olive oil blend together into a vibrant, herbaceous sauce that works on absolutely everything.
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Course: Condiments, Sauce
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: fresh herb marinade, green marinade, green sauce, Herb Sauce, marinade recipe, parsley and garlic sauce, parsley marinade
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 0.75 cup

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley thoroughly dried and finely chopped
  • 1 –2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk Greek yogurt
  • Juice of ½ lemon freshly squeezed
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Pinch of red chili flakes

Instructions

  • Place the parsley, garlic, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes into the bowl of a food processor.
  • Pulse a few times until the sauce is well blended but still slightly textured. Scrape down the sides as needed. Do not over-blend.
  • If desired, add the teaspoon of honey and pulse once or twice to incorporate.
  • Taste and adjust with additional salt, lemon juice, olive oil, or red chili flakes to suit your preference.
  • Use immediately or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

  • Use flat-leaf Italian parsley for the best flavor and color.
  • Thoroughly dry parsley before blending to maintain a vibrant green color.
  • Do not over blend, pulse just until combined to avoid bitterness.
  • Store in an airtight jar with a thin layer of olive oil on top for up to 5 days.
  • If using as a marinade for raw meat, do not reuse! Always make a fresh batch for serving.