Recipe: Gremolata

INGREDIENTS

• 1 bunch Italian parsley
• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Salt and pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove stems from parsley and reserve for another use.
2. Mince parsley until very fine and transfer to a mixing bowl.
3. Finely mince garlic and add to the parsley.
4. Add lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
5. Using the back of a spoon, press mixture together to release flavors OR transfer to a mortar and pestle.
6. Serve on roasted vegetables, fish, eggs, pasta dishes or meat.

TIPS

Drizzle a tablespoon or two of olive oil over the mixture and mix thoroughly to preserve or use as a marinade. Add a splash of olive oil and red wine vinegar and whisk to make a salad dressing or drizzle.