Brazilian Vinaigrette Sauce (Molho De Vinagrete)
This traditional Brazilian vinaigrette sauce, known as Molho de Vinagrete, is a vibrant and tangy condiment perfect for elevating your meals. Made with fresh tomatoes, onions, parsley, and a kick of cayenne pepper, it is traditionally served over beans but pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes. The flavors meld and intensify as it stands, making it an excellent make-ahead addition to your table.
Method
- Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl.
- Stir well and serve either at room temperature or cold.
Notes:
Traditionally served over beans this sauce can be as hot as you like it. As a guide - cayenne peppers are roughly 10 times hotter than your run-of-the-mill jalapeno. Flavors intensify upon standing.
Serving info: Total recipe: 1321g · Yields 12 portions · Portion size: 110g
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Portion | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 93 | 102 | 5% |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 3.8 | 4.2 | 2% |
| ↳ of which sugars (g) | 2.1 | 2.4 | - |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 1.1 | 1.2 | 4% |
| Protein (g) | 0.8 | 0.9 | 2% |
| Total fat (g) | 8.4 | 9.2 | 12% |
| ↳ Saturated (g) | 1.1 | 1.3 | 7% |
| ↳ Monounsaturated (g) | 5.9 | 6.5 | - |
| ↳ Polyunsaturated (g) | 0.8 | 0.9 | - |
| ↳ Trans (g) | 0 | 0 | - |
| Sodium (mg) | 182 | 201 | 9% |
| Calcium (mg) | 15.8 | 17 | 1% |
| Iron (mg) | 0.5 | 0.6 | 3% |
| Potassium (mg) | 180 | 198 | 4% |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 16.2 | 17.8 | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 (µg) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ingredient data sources
- Olive oil — 108g — Oil, olive, salad or cooking — USDA SR Legacy
- White vinegar — 239g — Vinegar, distilled — USDA SR Legacy
- Salt — 6g — Salt, table — USDA SR Legacy
- Italian parsley — 60g — Parsley, fresh — USDA SR Legacy
- Tomatoes — 728g — Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average — USDA SR Legacy
- Yellow onion — 150g — Onions, raw — USDA SR Legacy
- Cayenne peppers — 30g — Peppers, hot chili, red, raw — USDA SR Legacy
⚠️ = estimated or sourced outside the listed databases.
% Daily Value based on FDA 2020 Daily Values for adults (2,000 kcal diet).
190 mins
