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Petal Sauce

A delightful blend of fresh herbs and edible flowers, perfect for drizzling over grilled meats or tossing with salad.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/4 cup edible flower petals like nasturtiums or violets
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. Rinse the fresh basil and parsley leaves thoroughly.
  3. In the blender, combine the basil, parsley, flower petals, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic.
  4. Blend the mixture on high until it reaches a smooth consistency.
  5. Taste your sauce and add salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Pour the Petal Sauce into a serving bowl.
  7. If desired, chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  8. Serve on grilled meats, salads, or as a dip.

Notes

For a creamier texture, add a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt or sour cream.