Mint sauce — the unsung hero of condiments, adorned with a burst of freshness at the hint of a meal, yet often overshadowed by more opulent sauces.
Mint Sauce
This unassuming green delight has been a mainstay of culinary traditions and health regimens for centuries, with its versatility and nutritional punch deserving a spotlight in our culinary exploration. Mint sauce serves as an excellent vehicle to introduce health benefits into your diet without compromising on taste. It’s low in calories, high in flavor, and can enhance the nutritional profile of your meals.
Enjoy the zing in your Grilled Vegetables, the tanginess with marinated meats like a juicy Grilled Steak, and the refreshing twist in your favorite salads.
Ingredients
Serves: 5 Prep Time: 5 minutes and 30 minutes
- ¼ lb fresh mint, stems removed
- 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
How to Make Mint Sauce
Crush the mint leaves with a pestle in a mortar with the sea salt.
Leave for 30 minutes, by which time the salt will have extracted most of the water from the mint.
Add the vinegar and pound again with the pestle. Add more vinegar if a thinner sauce is desired.
More Dip and Sauce Recipes
If you love dips and sauces as much as I do, then you'll want to add it to your meal plan regularly. Below are a few more family-favorite recipes to check out and bookmark for making soon.
- South Carolina-Style Mustard Barbecue Sauce
- Sriracha Sauce
- Paleo Chocolate Sauce
- Alabama-Style White Barbecue Sauce
- Paleo Cranberry Sauce
- Mexican Salsa Verde
- Red Pepper Dip
- Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Avocado Vegetable Dip
- Egg Salad Dip
- Raspberry Lime Fruit Dip
📖 Recipe
Mint Sauce
Ingredients
- ¼ lb fresh mint stems removed
- 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Crush the mint leaves with a pestle in a mortar with the sea salt.¼ lb fresh mint, 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Leave for 30 minutes, by which time the salt will have extracted most of the water from the mint.
- Add the vinegar and pound again with the pestle. Add more vinegar if a thinner sauce is desired.2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
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