This delicious Sauce Vierge, inspired by Gordon Ramsay, is a quick and easy way to add vibrant flavor to any meal. With fresh tomatoes, herbs, and a zingy lemon dressing, it’s the perfect topping for grilled fish, chicken, or vegetables. Simple to make and bursting with freshness, this sauce is sure to impress!
Ingredients Needed:
- 5 small tomatoes (such as Campari®), diced
- 2 tbsp minced shallots
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped
- 2 tbsp Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced vertically
- 8 large basil leaves, chopped
- 60ml (¼ cup) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
How To Make Sauce Vierge Recipe?
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Dice the tomatoes and place them in a colander for about 5 minutes to drain off any excess liquid.
- Combine the Ingredients: Transfer the drained tomatoes to a bowl, then gently fold in the shallots, garlic, parsley, tarragon, Kalamata olives, and basil.
- Add the Dressing: Pour the olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture, stirring until everything is well combined.
- Let the Flavors melt: Allow the sauce to sit for about 30 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve this fresh and vibrant sauce with grilled fish, chicken, and vegetables, or as a topping for crusty bread.
- Storage Instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Before serving, bring to room temperature and stir to bring back the full flavor.
Recipe Tips:
- Drain the tomatoes well: Make sure to drain the tomatoes for at least 5 minutes. This helps the sauce be thicker and tastier.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like parsley, tarragon, and basil make the sauce much more flavorful. Dried herbs won’t taste the same.
- Let the sauce sit: Let the sauce rest for 30 minutes. It allows the flavors to blend and taste better.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: Before serving, taste the sauce. You might want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your taste.
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Allow the leftover Sauce Vierge to cool to room temperature. Then, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 134 kcal
- Total Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 1 mg
- Sodium: 33 mg
- Potassium: 110 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 2 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g
- Sugars: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g