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Gremolata is perhaps the easiest and most effective way to add a burst of flavor to a meal. It only has 5 simple ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes to prepare. Add this zesty gremolata to anything that needs a punch: soups, sandwiches, salads, pizza, veggies, stews, dips, bread, or mushrooms. Keep reading and I\u2019ll tell you what makes my gremolata recipe different, and I\u2019ll give substitutions to make gremolata work for any cuisine.<\/p>\n

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Gremolata is an Italian condiment traditionally made with just 3 ingredients, fresh parsley, garlic, and lemon zest. It\u2019s commonly used as a topping for meat and fish. In this version of gremolata I use a high quality extra virgin olive and a pinch of salt. The olive oil adds flavor, keeps the herbs and zest fresh for longer, and allows for drizzling. Plus, plant-based food tends to be lower in fat, so this oil gremolata adds the delightful mouthfeel that otherwise may be missing; and it helps to round out your meal.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When I teach folks how to cook<\/a>, I always emphasize the importance of balancing your flavors. Before adding more salt to a bland meal, consider adding acid, herbs, and sweetness: this gremolata has all three. This combination of flavors helps to balance the flavors in any meal.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Ingredients<\/h2>\n

Gremolata is made with just a few simple ingredients. See the recipe substitutions list below for tasty swaps and additions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Fresh Parsley: <\/strong>Classic gremolata is made with flat leaf parsley. Curly parsley can also be used. Parsley is beloved in Mediterranean cooking for its bright, clean, and earthy taste. No need to remove the parsley leaves from the stems before chopping. A little stem never hurt nobody.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Garlic: <\/strong>Raw garlic is a must in every gremolata recipe. Its pungent spicy taste blends so well with herbs, and brings depth to any dish. Grate or finely mince the raw garlic for the strongest flavor in every bite. <\/p>\n

Lemon Zest:<\/strong> Lemon juice is delicious but the zest is really where it\u2019s at. Lemon zest contains the aromatic essence of the fruit. When eaten alone citrus zest is quite bitter, but when blended with other ingredients, it brings harmony and brightness to the dish.\u00a0Make sure to zest only the yellow skin, and avoid the white pith below. Use organic lemons or wash conventional fruit with baking soda to remove any pesticides or coating. <\/p>\n

Extra Virgin Olive Oil: <\/strong>Though oil is traditionally not added to gremolata, I swear by it. A few glugs of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) added to this simple gremolata help the flavors marry and spread. Use a tasty high quality EVOO if you can.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n

While gremolata is traditionally made with parsley and lemon zest, it can be adapted to any cuisine.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Classic Oil-Free: <\/strong>Gremolata is traditionally made without oil, or just a splash. You can skip the oil if you prefer.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Latin-Style: <\/strong>Swap parsley for cilantro, and lemon zest for lime zest. Use a neutral-tasting avocado oil instead of EVOO, or use none at all. This variety also works well with Indian cuisine.<\/p>\n

Mediterranean Mix: <\/strong>Try a blend of parsley, mint, tarragon, and basil for a more complex gremolata.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Pine Nut or Almond Gremolata:<\/strong> In Italian cooking, toasted pine nuts are often added to gremolata to give the condiment a nutty taste and delightful crunch. Add \u00bc cup of toasted pine nuts or the same amount of finely chopped toasted almonds (or other nuts) to the gremolata. Pumpkin or sunflower seeds can be used to make this version nut-free.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Arugula Gremolata:<\/strong> Replace the parsley with arugula leaves for a sharp bite. This variety is especially delicious on roasted<\/a> or grilled vegetables<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Basil Gremolata: <\/strong>Replace the parsley with fresh basil. Try it on pizza<\/a> and pasta<\/a>. Basil gremolata by itself is a delicious pasta sauce that comes together in a pinch.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Thai-style: <\/strong>Use thai basil in place of parsley and lime zest in place of lemon. Use a neutral-tasting oil instead of EVOO or none at all. This is delicious on Asian-inspired dishes like pumpkin curr<\/a>y and sweet potato noodles<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Spicy Gremolata: <\/strong>Turn up the heat by adding 1\/2 tsp of red chili flakes.<\/p>\n

Quick tip: <\/em><\/strong>Make a sampler of different varieties of gremolatas when you\u2019re entertaining guests.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

How to Make Gremolata<\/h2>\n

This is definitely one of the easiest recipes I make!<\/p>\n