published Sep 15, 2023, updated Aug 14, 2024 For a simple-to-make sauce that delivers a major dose of Mediterranean flavor, look no further than Italian salsa verde. Don’t be confused, though! This is not the Mexican salsa verde or chimichurri that might first come to mind. And it isn’t a pesto either! Also called sauce verde, this delectable dish is a vibrant blend of spinach and parsley with briny capers, salty anchovies, and lively lemon juice. A little kosher salt and a dash of red pepper flakes add the finishing touches. It’s that easy! This recipe may be simple, but don’t let it fool you — each and every ingredient in Italian salsa verde is bursting with bold, authentic flavor. This sauce comes together in minutes when you need it and will keep for up to a week in the refrigerator. In this recipe, I have it teamed up with penne pasta, but feel free to branch out. Wonderful as a dip, drizzle, or pasta dressing, this versatile sauce is perfect whether you are making steaks or spaghetti. For more tasty sauce recipes, check out my Marinara Sauce, Garlic Sauce, and Chili Sauce. The green sauce in this recipe is Italian salsa verde, an herb-based sauce that is slightly similar to a pesto. Mexican salsa verde, on the other hand, is more like salsa. It has a looser consistency than the Italian version and is usually made with tomatillos. Love this recipe? Share it with the world on Pinterest.
