Serves 2
15 min
Mint-Caper Sauce
Recipe GLPRdef5c09100aa4b
A vibrant, herbaceous sauce combining fresh mint and briny capers with bright lemon juice and zest. This quick, versatile condiment works beautifully with grilled vegetables, roasted fish, or as a dressing for grain bowls. Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal preparation.
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Ingredients
2 cups Fresh mint leaves, packed
½ cup Capers, drained and rinsed
¼ cup Minced shallots
¼ cup Fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Finely grated lemon zest
½ cup Extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
Rinse the drained capers under cold water to remove excess salt, then pat dry and set aside.
Coarsely chop the fresh mint leaves and place them in a bowl.
Add the dried capers and minced shallots to the mint.
Pour in the fresh lemon juice and add the grated lemon zest. Stir to combine.
Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while stirring gently until the sauce is emulsified and well blended.
Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
