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title: "Provençal Garlic and Parsley Sauce — Salsa Provenzal"
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# Provençal Garlic and Parsley Sauce — Salsa Provenzal

[Versión en Español](https://comidaschilenas.com/receta-de-salsa-provenzal-espanola/)

![Provençal garlic and parsley sauce in a bowl](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/provencal-garlic-parsley-sauce-featured.jpg)*Provençal sauce*

Provençal sauce is finely chopped fresh parsley and garlic mixed with sea salt and olive oil and rested for 10 minutes, with no cooking. It takes 10 minutes and serves 6.

Originally from Provence in France and very popular in Spanish cooking, it is all about garlic and parsley.

Contents

- [1. How to Make Provençal Sauce?](#How_to_Make_Provencal_Sauce)
- [2. Nutritional Information](#Nutritional_Information)
- [3. Provençal Garlic and Parsley Sauce Recipe](#Provencal_Garlic_and_Parsley_Sauce_Recipe)
  - [3.1. Ingredients](#Ingredients)
  - [3.2. Instructions](#Instructions)
- [4. Additional Tips](#Additional_Tips)
  - [4.1. Rest for more flavor](#Rest_for_more_flavor)
  - [4.2. Use a mortar](#Use_a_mortar)
  - [4.3. Fresh garlic only](#Fresh_garlic_only)
  - [4.4. Storage](#Storage)
- [5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs)
  - [5.1. 1. What is Provençal sauce?](#1_What_is_Provencal_sauce)
  - [5.2. 2. What do I serve it with?](#2_What_do_I_serve_it_with)
  - [5.3. 3. Does it need to rest?](#3_Does_it_need_to_rest)
  - [5.4. 4. Can I make it in a mortar?](#4_Can_I_make_it_in_a_mortar)
- [6. Benefits of Olive Oil](#Benefits_of_Olive_Oil)
- [7. Did You Know?](#Did_You_Know)
- [8. Recommended](#Recommended)

## How to Make Provençal Sauce?

Use olive oil, or corn oil if you prefer not to mask the garlic and parsley. Chop finely, or use a mortar for a more aromatic sauce.

## Nutritional Information

Each serving of Provençal sauce contains approximately 80 kcal, 2 g of carbohydrates, 8 g of fat, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fiber, 0 g of sugars, 0 mg of cholesterol, and 200 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.

## Provençal Garlic and Parsley Sauce Recipe

**Preparation:** 10 minutes
**Servings:** 6

### Ingredients

- 50 ml (3½ tablespoons) of olive oil
- 50 g (2 cups loosely packed) of fresh parsley
- 6 garlic cloves
- Sea salt

### Instructions

1. Wash the parsley well in cold water, drain, and pat dry with paper towels, then chop finely. Peel the garlic and chop it finely on a cutting board.

![Fresh parsley for Provençal sauce](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/fresh-parsley-provencal-sauce.jpg)*Fresh Parsley*

1. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped garlic and parsley, add sea salt to taste, and pour the olive oil over them. Stir gently with a spoon and rest for about 10 minutes.

![Garlic for Provençal garlic and parsley sauce](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/garlic-provencal-sauce.jpg)*Garlic*

1. Serve freshly made with all kinds of roast or grilled meats, or spread on firm bread.

## Additional Tips

### Rest for more flavor

Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving so the garlic and parsley release their essential oils.

### Use a mortar

Crushing the garlic and parsley in a mortar gives a more even, aromatic sauce that blends better with the oil.

### Fresh garlic only

Garlic powder lacks the intensity and freshness this sauce needs.

### Storage

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, although it is best fresh.

| Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Olive oil | Corn or sunflower oil | 50 ml | More neutral |
| Extra virgin olive oil | Mild olive oil | 50 ml | Less peppery |
| Knife | Mortar | 1 | More aromatic |
| Parsley | Parsley and basil | 50 g | Sweeter herbal note |

## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

### 1. What is Provençal sauce?

A sauce from Provence, France, very popular in Spanish cooking, made with finely chopped fresh parsley and garlic, sea salt, and olive oil, with no cooking.

### 2. What do I serve it with?

All kinds of roast or grilled meats, or spread on firm bread. Serve it freshly made after a short 10 minute rest.

### 3. Does it need to rest?

About 10 minutes before serving; for a more intense flavor, refrigerate it for an hour. Stir gently before serving.

### 4. Can I make it in a mortar?

Yes, for a more even and aromatic texture; add the sea salt at the end and adjust to taste.

## Benefits of Olive Oil

Olive oil contains oleocanthal, which has anti inflammatory properties, and is rich in antioxidants.

## Did You Know?

Extra virgin olive oil is obtained only by mechanical means, without heat or chemical processes, and must have an acidity of 0.8% or less and a flavor free of defects.

## Recommended

- [Chilean Garlic Mojo Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-garlic-mojo-mojo-de-ajo-recipe/)
- [Homemade Chimichurri Sauce Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/homemade-chimichurri-sauce-recipe/)
- [Chilean Grilled Entrecôte Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-grilled-entrecote-entrecot-a-la-parrilla-recipe/)
- [Homemade Garlic Cheese Bread Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/homemade-garlic-cheese-bread-pan-de-ajo-y-queso-recipe/)