Creamy Herb Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Creamy Herb Sauce
5 min.
5
402kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your culinary creations with a burst of fresh flavors? Look no further than this delightful Creamy Herb Sauce! Perfect for vegetarians and gluten-free enthusiasts alike, this sauce is a versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire. In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a creamy, herbaceous delight that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests.

Imagine drizzling this vibrant sauce over grilled vegetables, tossing it with your favorite pasta, or using it as a dip for fresh bread. The combination of fresh basil, chives, dill, and parsley creates a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate, while the zesty lemon juice adds a refreshing brightness. With a rich base of mayonnaise and sour cream, this sauce is not only creamy but also packed with a satisfying texture that complements any dish.

With only 402 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the wholesome goodness of fresh herbs. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to enhance your everyday meals, this Creamy Herb Sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So grab your food processor and get ready to blend up a sauce that will take your dishes to the next level!

Ingredients

  • 20  basil leaves fresh
  • 0.5 cup chives fresh chopped
  • tablespoons optional: dill fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup flat-leaf parsley fresh chopped
  •  juice of lemon 
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • servings pepper freshly ground to taste
  • servings sea salt to taste
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • tablespoons tarragon vinegar 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • blender

Directions

  1. Process first 8 ingredients in a blender or food processor fitted with a metal blade until smooth and light green with visible specks of herbs.
  2. Add sea salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories402kcal
Protein1.93%
Fat94.61%
Carbs3.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.8
Glycemic Load
0.25
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.0104348296704%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.29mg
Hesperetin
0.87mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
12.93mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.41mg
Kaempferol
0.53mg
Myricetin
0.89mg
Quercetin
0.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:402.3kcal
20.11%
Fat:42.54g
65.45%
Saturated Fat:9.91g
61.91%
Carbohydrates:3.5g
1.17%
Net Carbohydrates:3.12g
1.14%
Sugar:2.11g
2.34%
Cholesterol:45.96mg
15.32%
Sodium:496.83mg
21.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.96g
3.91%
Vitamin K:187.44µg
178.51%
Vitamin A:1105.26IU
22.11%
Vitamin C:13.63mg
16.52%
Vitamin E:1.72mg
11.47%
Calcium:66.78mg
6.68%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.85%
Folate:21.1µg
5.28%
Phosphorus:52.39mg
5.24%
Selenium:2.79µg
3.99%
Iron:0.68mg
3.76%
Potassium:128.51mg
3.67%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.59%
Magnesium:11.7mg
2.93%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.82%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.51%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.19%
Copper:0.04mg
2.08%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.97%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.62%
Fiber:0.37g
1.49%
Source:My Recipes