Gremolata Recipe (Classic Italian Condiment)
This Gremolata Recipe (Classic Italian Condiment) is made with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and garlic. It takes just 5 minutes to prepare and adds fresh, zesty flavor to meat, seafood, pasta, and roasted vegetables.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lemons zested (you can also use orange zest)
- ¼ cup parsley finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove finely chopped
Instructions
Prepare the ingredients
- Finely zest the lemons, making sure to avoid the bitter white pith. If using orange zest, follow the same method.
- Finely chop the fresh parsley and the garlic clove until both are minced evenly. You can also do this in a food processor.
Combine
- In a small bowl, mix together the lemon zest, chopped parsley, and minced garlic until well combined.
Serve
- Sprinkle the gremolata over grilled meats, Osso Buco, roasted vegetables, pasta, seafood, or even soups for a burst of freshness.
Notes
- Serve with Osso Buco (Italian Braised Veal) and Polenta Recipe.
- Zest Only the Outer Peel – Avoid the bitter white pith for the best bright citrus flavor.
- Chop Everything Finely – A uniform texture ensures even flavor distribution in every bite.
- Use Fresh Ingredients – Fresh parsley and garlic make all the difference—skip dried versions!
- Adjust to Taste – Add more lemon zest for extra brightness or garlic for a stronger kick.
- Make It Just Before Serving – Gremolata is best fresh, so prepare it right before using for the most vibrant flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 9kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg
