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Green Goddess Pasta Sauce

Green Goddess Pasta Sauce
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Green Goddess Pasta Sauce is a fresh, creamy, and zesty sauce made with vibrant herbs, lemon juice, and a creamy base of Greek yogurt or avocado. This versatile sauce delivers a bright, luscious coating perfect for elevating any pasta dish, salad, or sandwich with a delightful herby flavor and smooth texture. Quick and easy to prepare, it can be customized for vegan or dairy-free diets and enhanced with optional ingredients like anchovies or capers for added umami.

Ingredients

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Fresh Herbs

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, roughly chopped

Creamy Base

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or 1/2 ripe avocado for dairy-free option)

Flavor and Seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Ingredients

  • 2–3 anchovy fillets or 1 tablespoon capers (for umami boost)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Fresh Herbs: Rinse and roughly chop parsley, tarragon, and chives. Ensure herbs are fresh to maximize flavor and maintain a bright green color in the sauce.
  2. Blend the Base: In a food processor or blender, combine Greek yogurt or avocado, lemon juice, garlic cloves, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy for a luscious texture.
  3. Incorporate Herbs and Seasonings: Add the chopped herbs, salt, pepper, and optional anchovies or capers to the blender. Pulse a few times to evenly distribute flavors without completely pulverizing the herbs, preserving some texture.
  4. Adjust Consistency and Taste: If the sauce is too thick, add a spoonful of water or additional olive oil to thin it out. Taste and adjust salt, lemon juice, or garlic to balance the tang and depth according to your preference.
  5. Toss with Pasta: Cook pasta of your choice according to package instructions. Drain and immediately toss with Green Goddess Pasta Sauce so every noodle is coated with the flavorful sauce.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs for the most vibrant flavor.
  • Bring yogurt or avocado to room temperature before blending to ensure a smooth sauce.
  • Pulse herbs gently instead of blending fully to maintain texture and visual appeal.
  • Add lemon juice gradually, tasting as you go, to avoid overpowering the sauce.
  • Reserve some pasta cooking water to loosen the sauce if needed when tossing with pasta.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently over low heat or toss in hot pasta to preserve the creamy texture.
  • This sauce does not freeze well due to yogurt and fresh herbs affecting texture.

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