Best Italian Salsa Verde Recipes

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GRILLED OR ROASTED PATTYPAN "STEAKS" WITH ITALIAN SALSA VERDE



Grilled or Roasted Pattypan

Cut into thick slices, pattypan squash, which look sort of like small flying saucers, can make a juicy sort of "steak" that could be topped by a pungent sauce. Grill or roast the "steaks" and serve them with this gorgeous green sauce. You'll need only half the amount of salsa verde that this recipe yields, but it keeps very well in the refrigerator and it's great to have on hand.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 to 2 garlic cloves (to taste), halved, green shoots removed
Salt to taste
1 anchovy fillet, rinsed (optional)
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup (tightly packed) parsley leaves (25 grams)
Freshly ground pepper
2 pounds large pattypan squash
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic, salt, anchovy fillet and capers in a mortar and pestle and grind to a paste. If you wish to make the sauce in a mini food processor or with an immersion blender (an immersion blender works very well, especially if it has a strong motor), transfer to the processor or place in a jar. Add the parsley. If using a mortar and pestle, grind together until you have a paste. If using a food processor or an immersion blender, add the olive oil with the parsley and blend to a purée. If using a mortar and pestle, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and work into the mixture. Continue to grind until you have a very smooth mixture. Season to taste with salt and pepper. If serving within a few hours, allow to sit at room temperature. Otherwise, refrigerate. Allow to come to room temperature before serving.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat, and preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment. Alternately, prepare a hot outdoor grill.
  • Slice the squash 3/4 inch thick and toss in a bowl with the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Sear in the hot pan for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until the surface is lightly browned, and transfer to a sheet pan. Place in the oven and roast for 5 minutes. Using tongs, turn the pieces over and roast for another 5 minutes, until they are sizzling and tender all the way through. Remove from the heat. If grilling, grill the pieces for about 5 minutes on each side, until they are tender all the way through and beginning to drip.Transfer the squash slices to a platter. Top each one with a teaspoonful of the salsa, and serve hot or warm.
  • Transfer the squash slices to a platter. Top each one with a teaspoonful of the salsa, and serve hot or warm

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 228, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 600 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

SALSA VERDE (ITALIAN GREEN SAUCE)



Salsa Verde (Italian Green Sauce) image

This sauce from the Lombardy region of Italy is a fantastic companion to meat. A dollop on top is all you need! I also mix this with plain pasta as a variation on basil pesto. There are a number of different ways to do this. Optional basil and mint or dijon mustard or parmesan cheese can be added, but here's the basic recipe.

Provided by Luschka

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup fresh parsley, leaves only
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons capers
1 garlic clove
3 anchovy fillets
red wine vinegar, to taste
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & pepper
1 cup basil leaves (optional)
1/2 cup mint leaf (optional)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Blend all the ingredients in a blender or with pestle and mortar.
  • Leaving it to stand for a while allows the flavors to develop.
  • Mix with pasta or place a dollop on meat or fish.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1237.1, Fat 132.9, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 986.9, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 1.8, Protein 10.5

ITALIAN SALSA VERDE



Italian Salsa Verde image

Provided by Michael Chiarello

Categories     Food Processor     Fish     Herb     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Capers     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (3 1/2 x 3 1/2-inch) slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
4 cups (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves (from about 2 large bunches)
1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
15 cornichons* (scant 1/2 cup)
5 anchovy fillets
1/4 cup drained capers
Fine sea salt
*Tiny, brine-packed French pickles; available at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.

Steps:

  • Place bread slices in medium bowl. Pour vinegar over and let stand until bread softens, about 15 minutes.
  • Transfer bread mixture to processor; add next 5 ingredients and process until almost smooth. Transfer salsa to medium bowl. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour; rewhisk before using.

ITALIAN SALSA VERDE



Italian Salsa Verde image

A quick sauce to be used for tacos or as a dip with tortilla chips.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 15m

Yield Makes 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped rinsed capers or dill gherkins
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1 garlic clove, chopped
Salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine parsley, olive oil, capers, lemon juice, oregano, and garlic.
  • Stir mixture until well blended; season with salt, if desired.

ITALIAN SALSA VERDE



Italian Salsa Verde image

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Garlic     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Backyard BBQ     Lemon     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Parsley     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon (or more) fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon (or more) black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon (packed) grated lemon peel
31/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup (packed) chopped Italian parsley
1 tablespoon drained capers
2 anchovy fillets, minced

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Using back of wooden spoon, mash to paste. Whisk in lemon juice, then olive oil in thin stream until blended. Stir in parsley, capers, and anchovies. Season with more salt and pepper, if desired. DO AHEAD: Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature and rewhisk before using.

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