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Finely chop the leaves and tender stems by hand using a sharp knife.","group":"Preparation","title":"Wash and thoroughly dry the parsley","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Mince the capers and anchovy fillets until they form a coarse paste. Grate the garlic clove.","group":"Preparation","title":"Mince the capers and anchovy fillets","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, minced capers, minced anchovies, and garlic.","group":"Assembly","title":"Combine the chopped parsley, minced capers, minced anchovies, and garlic","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Slowly whisk in the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well emulsified.","group":"Assembly","title":"Slowly whisk in the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Note that anchovies and capers are already salty, so taste before adding more.","group":"Finishing","title":"Season with salt and black pepper","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Traditional Italian salsa verde is best made by hand with a knife rather than a food processor to maintain a rustic texture. Serve it with Bollito Misto, grilled sea bass, or roasted potatoes.","cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Italian"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["Chef's knife","Cutting board","Mixing bowl","Whisk","Grater"],"diet":["mediterranean","low_carb","keto","paleo","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","egg_free","soy_free","shellfish_free"],"allergens":["fish"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"cup","note":"approximate volume"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Salsa verde can be made a few hours ahead to allow flavors to meld. Keep at room temperature for the best texture."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The oil may solidify when cold; let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.","reheatingNotes":""}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsalsa_verde_f1be857972%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=6e7e0089-4d62-4027-bcf7-1409ac9263e6","imageAlt":"Italian Parsley Salsa Verde — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["green sauce","herbs","zesty","condiment","fresh","low carb","mediterranean"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Salsa Verde","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T08:49:41.054Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T08:49:41.054Z","related":[{"id":"pesto_alla_genovese_79c1b64ce1","slug":"pesto-alla-genovese","title":"Pesto alla Genovese","description":"A vibrant and aromatic classic Italian sauce made with fresh Genovese basil, creamy pine nuts, and aged cheeses, traditionally pounded into a smooth yet textured paste.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Italian"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fpesto_alla_genovese_79c1b64ce1%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=03b9ce87-9093-4804-85b7-068b336768c3","imageAlt":"Pesto alla Genovese — recipe cover","tags":["basil","pesto","italian","genovese","raw","sauce","vegetarian","condiment"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":6},{"id":"salsa_al_limone_5ac58b3aae","slug":"salsa-al-limone-lemon-sauce","title":"Salsa al Limone (Lemon Sauce)","description":"A bright, velvety Italian sauce featuring the vibrant zest and juice of fresh lemons, finished with cream and butter for a silky texture. 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