Green Harissa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Green Harissa
45 min.
6
49kcal

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Get ready to enliven your meals with the vibrant flavors of Green Harissa, a versatile condiment that's sure to impress! This delightful recipe combines the aromatic essence of freshly toasted spices with the fresh, zesty notes of herbs and jalapeños, making it a perfect side dish or topping for a variety of dishes. Whether you're adding it to roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or drizzling it over a hearty grain bowl, the possibilities are endless!

Celebrated for its delightful blend of flavors, Green Harissa is not just a treat for your taste buds; it also caters to various dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Clocking in at only 49 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free addition to your culinary repertoire. The combination of coriander and cumin seeds, lightly toasted to unlock their full aromatic potential, pairs beautifully with the freshness of flat-leaf parsley and cilantro leaves.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant condiment that can be stored in the fridge for up to five days, making it a convenient option for meal prep. So gather your fresh ingredients and join the adventure of making your own homemade Green Harissa—it’s a flavorful journey that will no doubt bring a burst of color and zest to your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon coriander seeds 
  • tablespoons cumin seeds 
  • 0.5 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves 
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh with tender stems
  • small garlic clove smashed
  •  jalapeños seeded sliced
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • small scallions sliced
  • teaspoon sea salt fine

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • blender
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Lightly toast cumin and coriander seeds ina small skillet over medium heat, stirringoften, until fragrant, 2-3 minutes; let cool.Purée seeds with jalapeños, scallions, garlic,oil, parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, and salt ina blender or food processor until smooth.DO AHEAD: Harissa can be made 5 daysahead. Press a piece of plastic wrap directlyonto surface of harissa. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories49kcal
Protein5.86%
Fat70.99%
Carbs23.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.17
Glycemic Load
0.24
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.8691305284915%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Apigenin
10.79mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.75mg
Quercetin
1.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:49.46kcal
2.47%
Fat:4.3g
6.61%
Saturated Fat:0.55g
3.46%
Carbohydrates:3.15g
1.05%
Net Carbohydrates:2.11g
0.77%
Sugar:0.69g
0.76%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:395.38mg
17.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.8g
1.6%
Vitamin K:93.16µg
88.73%
Vitamin C:20.04mg
24.3%
Vitamin A:629.3IU
12.59%
Iron:1.88mg
10.44%
Vitamin E:0.93mg
6.21%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.81%
Fiber:1.04g
4.17%
Magnesium:15.05mg
3.76%
Calcium:36.15mg
3.62%
Folate:13.63µg
3.41%
Potassium:115.52mg
3.3%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.82%
Copper:0.04mg
2.2%
Phosphorus:20.94mg
2.09%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.79%
Vitamin B3:0.3mg
1.5%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.49%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.43%
Source:Epicurious