Easy Herb Gremolata

Gremolata is a delicious Italian herb sauce that can be used in a variety of ways to add a boost of flavor to recipes. We love to use this Herb Gremolata Recipe as a topping on grilled steaks.

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Making this Herb Gremolata

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I happened to have some Filet Mignon that I received from US Wellness Meats during the Mother’s Day event last month. Combine those with a garden full of herbs and it was a beautiful dinner in practically no time at all.

What I Love About this Recipe

I served the filets with Roasted Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic and Parmesan and some Grilled Baby Artichokes. It looked and tasted like I had slaved away. In truth, the fries were the most time consuming part of the meal.

The only problem? I didn’t photograph the meal! My husband’s parents were in town and we were all so anxious to eat. The combined aromas of the artichoke hearts, sweet potatoes, and fresh herbs were too much to handle.

The second time I made some Honey Roasted Carrots and a salad of greens, apples, Candied Walnuts, blue cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette. While it was still delicious, I much preferred the combination of the first meal.

And regarding the recipe – it was a hit all around. The flavor of the Herb Gremolata really penetrated the meat. I can’t wait to try this technique with different meats and herb combos.

What is Gremolata?

Gremolata is an Italian herb sauce made from basic ingredients like fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic. Think of it like a garnish except instead of just looking pretty, it adds a boost of flavor!

A classic gremolata recipe typically includes lemon zest, chopped parsley, and garlic.

However, for creative variations, you can substitute zest from different citrus fruits, add different herbs instead of or in addition parsley, and even add things like parmesan cheese when making this delicious condiment.

This recipe uses a combination of different herbs for a ton of flavor!

Tools Needed to Make this Recipe

You’ll need a few simple kitchen tools to prepare this easy gremolata. Here’s what I recommend having on hand before beginning this recipe:

• microplane grater – for grating the citrus zest.
• citrus juicer – for juicing the lemon.
• sharp knife and cutting board – for chopping the herbs and garlic
• small bowl – to combine the simple ingredients

Ingredients in this Herb Gremolata

Once you taste this recipe, you’ll be amazed at how a few simple ingredients can create so much flavor! Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy gremolata recipe:

• Black Pepper
• Fresh Parsley (flat-leaf parsley)
• Fresh Rosemary
• Fresh Thyme
• Olive Oil
• Lemon Zest
• Lemon Juice
• Fresh Garlic Cloves

For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.

How to Make Gremolata

Making gremolata sauce is so easy! Here’s a quick overview of the process. You can find the full recipe and detailed instructions in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post:

1. Chop all of the herbs.
2. Then, combine the chopped herbs, oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Stir to combine.
3. Refrigerate until use.

Gremolata Recipe FAQ

Got questions about how to make this recipe for gremolata? Here are the answers to a few commonly asked questions. Feel free to leave any other questions in the comments on this post and I’ll respond with answers.

Try this Recipe at Home!

Next time you’re looking for an easy way to add a punch of flavor to your meat dishes, give this herb gremolata recipe a try!

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