Best 6 Lemon Mint Sauce Recipes

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Lemon mint sauce is a versatile condiment that can be used to add a bright, refreshing flavor to a variety of dishes. Made with fresh lemon juice, mint leaves, and a touch of sugar, this sauce is perfect for adding a pop of flavor to grilled meats, fish, or vegetables. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or samosas, or as a marinade for chicken or seafood. With its vibrant color and delicious taste, lemon mint sauce is sure to become a favorite condiment in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON MINT SAUCE WITH SHRIMP



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Delicious shrimp in a wonderful lemon sauce.

Provided by Dondre'

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 red bell pepper, julienned
¾ pound large cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons olive oil
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound dry fettuccini pasta

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Meanwhile prepare the remaining ingredients.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the red pepper, shrimp, mint, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  • Add pasta to the boiling water and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Add the pasta to the shrimp mixture and toss to coat well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.5 g, Cholesterol 110.7 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 422.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

BAKED FISH WITH THAI LEMON MINT SAUCE



Baked Fish with Thai Lemon Mint Sauce image

Provided by Clark Frasier

Categories     Bake     Lemon     Mint     Halibut     Hot Pepper     Healthy     Lemongrass     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups fresh lemon juice, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh mint leaves, divided
1/2 cup sugar
5 teaspoons fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)*
3 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel, divided
1 teaspoon hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek)*
3 tablespoons corn oil
2/3 cup finely chopped lemongrass** (bottom 3 inches of about 6 stalks)
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
6 banana leaves, each leaf cut into 10-inch-wide, 20-inch-long piece** or six 10-inch-wide, 20-inch-long pieces of parchment paper
6 6-ounce halibut fillets (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 inches thick)
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter,divided

Steps:

  • Stir 1 cup lemon juice, 1/2 cup mint, sugar, fish sauce, 1 teaspoon lemon peel, and chili paste in small bowl until sugar dissolves. Set Thai lemon-mint sauce aside.
  • Mix remaining 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1 cup mint, and 2 teaspoons lemon peel in small bowl. Set mint topping aside.
  • Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add lemongrass and shallots and sauté until shallots are slightly softened and golden, about 6 minutes. Cool.
  • Place 1 banana leaf or parchment sheet on work surface. Place 2 tablespoons cooled shallot-lemongrass mixture in center of banana leaf. Place 1 fish fillet on lemongrass mixture on banana leaf. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper. Top with 1 tablespoon butter; spoon 2 tablespoons mint topping over. Fold 1 short side of banana leaf over fish. Fold long sides in. Roll up to completely enclose fish. Repeat with remaining banana leaves, shallot-lemongrass mixture, fish, butter, and mint topping.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Place fish packets on rimmed baking sheet and roast until fish is opaque in center, about 10 minutes. Unwrap fish and serve with Thai lemon-mint sauce.

FROZEN LEMON MOUSSES WITH STRAWBERRY MINT SAUCE



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Categories     Dairy     Egg     Dessert     Frozen Dessert     Strawberry     Lemon     Spring     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 foil molds (procedure follows) or 3/4-cup ramekins
1 1/8 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
3 tablespoons cold water
3 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 large egg whites (if egg safety is a problem in your area, substitute 2 tablespoons dried egg whites reconstituted by stirring together with 6 tablespoons water)
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup well-chilled heavy cream
Accompaniment:Strawberry Mint Sauce
Garnish: fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • If using ramekins, line each with plastic wrap, allowing a 2-inch overhang.
  • In a very small bowl sprinkle gelatin over cold water to soften. In a bowl with a fork beat yolks until smooth. In a saucepan simmer zest, lemon juice, and 1/3 cup sugar over moderate heat, stirring, until sugar is dissolved and whisk half of lemon mixture in a slow stream into yolks. Transfer yolk mixture to remaining lemon mixture and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until it is thickened and just begins to simmer. Pour mixture through a fine sieve into a large bowl and add gelatin mixture and vanilla, stirring until gelatin is dissolved. Cool lemon mixture to room temperature.
  • In a bowl with an electric mixer beat together whites (or reconstituted dried egg whites) and cream of tartar until meringue just holds soft peaks. Gradually beat in remaining 1/3 cup sugar until meringue just holds stiff peaks.
  • In a bowl with electric mixer beat cream until it just holds stiff peaks. Stir one third meringue into lemon mixture to lighten and fold in remaining meringue and whipped cream gently but thoroughly. Spoon mousse into foil molds or lined ramekins. Chill mousses until set, about 4 hours, and freeze set mousses, covered with plastic wrap, until frozen, about 4 hours, and up to 2 days.
  • Assemble desserts:
  • Spoon some sauce onto 4 dessert plates, tilting plates to coat. If using foil molds, cut tape on cylinders and gently unwrap mousses, arranging 1 on each plate. If using ramekins, remove mousses, using plastic wrap overhang to lift them out, and invert onto plates. Gently remove plastic wrap. Garnish desserts with mint.
  • To Make Foil Molds for Mousses:
  • Tear off 4 12- by 8-inch sheets of foil. Fold each sheet lengthwise into a 12- by 2 1/4-inch strip (about 3 layers thick) and trim each strip to 10 inches in length. Wrap 1 strip, smooth side in, around base of a bottle or glass that is 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 inches in diameter and tape overlapping end of strip at top and bottom of cylinder. Gently slide cylinder off bottle or glass. Create 3 more cylinders with remaining foil strips in same manner. On a small baking sheet stand cylinders on 1 end and tape each to baking sheet in 2 places to prevent them from moving while being filled.

ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON MINT SAUCE



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I don't know where I got this recipe. It has been in my files for a long time. Wouldn't this be lovely to serve at Easter dinner?

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs asparagus, hard ends trimmed
1 tablespoon vegetable broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup of fresh mint, minced

Steps:

  • Steam the asparagus until just tender.
  • Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining ingredients together in a small saucepan.
  • Pour over the asparagus and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.2, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 22.4, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 3.8

GRILLED STRAWBERRY KEBABS WITH LEMON-MINT SAUCE



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Serve these plump, smoky berries on a rimmed platter or bowl to capture all their delicious juices. Mixed with the lemon-mint sauce, they are worthy enough to drizzle over yogurt or maybe even a grilled piece of pound cake.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

24 ripe medium strawberries, hulled (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1/4 cup loosely packed mint leaves, torn
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high and scrape it clean with a grill brush.
  • While the grill preheats, thread the strawberries onto the skewers, piercing each strawberry with 2 skewers and making a total of 4 kebabs with 6 strawberries on each (double-skewering the strawberries will make them easier to turn). In a cup, combine the oil and 2 tablespoons of the maple syrup. Brush the syrup mixture over the strawberries.
  • In a small bowl, combine the mint, lemon zest and juice and remaining 2 tablespoons of maple syrup.
  • Grill the strawberries until they are softened and have grill marks, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Serve the strawberries drizzled with the lemon-mint sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calorie, Fat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 1 grams, Sugar 21 grams

LEMON-MINT SAUCE



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Provided by Melissa Hamilton

Categories     Sauce     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Salad Dressing     Lemon     Mint     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
Coal-Roasted Eggplants

Steps:

  • Whisk garlic, oil, parsley, mint, and lemon juice in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon half of sauce onto a platter. Place eggplants on top, season with salt, and spoon remaining sauce over. Let sit 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  • DO AHEAD: Lemon-Mint Sauce can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

Tips:

  • For a refreshing and flavorful sauce, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and chopped mint leaves.
  • Adjust the quantity of honey or sugar to your preferred sweetness level.
  • To add a bit of tanginess, consider adding a teaspoon of lemon zest.
  • For a creamy variation, blend the sauce with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or sour cream.
  • Experiment with different herbs such as basil, cilantro, or parsley for a unique flavor profile.
  • Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Conclusion:

Lemon mint sauce is a versatile condiment that can elevate the flavors of various dishes. Its bright and refreshing taste complements grilled meats, seafood, salads, and even desserts. With its ease of preparation and customizable ingredients, this sauce is a must-try for home cooks looking to add a touch of zesty freshness to their meals. Whether you prefer a classic lemon mint sauce or a variation with added herbs or spices, this sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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