Parsley & Caper Dressing Recipe

Introduction

This vibrant parsley and caper dressing brings a fresh, tangy punch to your meals. It’s wonderfully easy to make and pairs especially well with lamb chops and roasted potatoes, adding a zesty lift to every bite.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp capers, drained
• Small bunch of flat-leaf parsley
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

Instructions

1. Step 1: Finely chop the capers and flat-leaf parsley by hand.
2. Step 2: Place the chopped capers and parsley into a bowl. Stir in the Dijon mustard, olive oil, and red wine vinegar until well combined to create the dressing.
3. Step 3: Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a mini chopper and blitz until you reach your desired smoothness.
4. Step 4: Serve the dressing alongside lamb chops and potatoes for a flavorful complement.

Tips & Variations

• Try adding a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness or swap red wine vinegar for white wine vinegar for a milder tang.
• If you prefer a chunkier texture, finely chop all ingredients by hand instead of blitzing.
• Use fresh flat-leaf parsley for the best flavor, and rinse capers well if you want to reduce their saltiness.

Storage

Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Give it a good stir before serving. It’s best served chilled but can be brought to room temperature if desired.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use curly parsley instead of flat-leaf parsley?

Yes, you can substitute curly parsley, but flat-leaf parsley offers a more robust flavor that complements the capers better.

Is this dressing suitable for other dishes?

Absolutely! This parsley and caper dressing works well with grilled vegetables, fish, or as a zesty salad dressing.

Parsley & Caper Dressing Recipe

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A vibrant and flavorful parsley and caper dressing that combines fresh herbs, tangy capers, and zesty Dijon mustard, perfect to enhance the taste of lamb chops and potatoes. This quick and easy dressing can be made by hand or blitzed for a smoother texture, and keeps well refrigerated for up to three days.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: Enough dressing for 4 servings
• Category: Sauce/Dressing
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 2 tbsp capers, drained
• Small bunch of flat-leaf parsley
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

Instructions

1. Chop capers and parsley: Finely chop the drained capers and flat-leaf parsley by hand to prepare the base ingredients for the dressing.
2. Combine ingredients: Place the chopped capers and parsley into a bowl, then add the Dijon mustard, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Stir well until all components are fully integrated to form the dressing.
3. Alternative method – blitz: For a smoother dressing, transfer all ingredients into a mini chopper and blitz until the desired consistency is achieved.
4. Serve: Pour the dressing over lamb chops and potatoes, or use it as a flavorful accompaniment to your preferred dishes.
5. Storage: Store any leftover dressing in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Notes

• For a chunkier texture, chop the ingredients by hand rather than blitzing.
• Adjust the amount of olive oil and vinegar to taste for a lighter or more tangy dressing.
• Keep the dressing chilled to maintain freshness and flavor.
• This dressing pairs especially well with grilled or roasted meats and root vegetables.

Keywords: parsley dressing, caper dressing, Dijon mustard dressing, Mediterranean sauce, lamb accompaniment, no-cook dressing, olive oil dressing