Description
Chimichurri Sauce is a vibrant and zesty condiment that brings a burst of flavor to your meals. This herbaceous sauce, made primarily from fresh parsley and cilantro, is incredibly versatile, serving as a marinade, dressing, or dipping sauce for grilled chicken, beef, lamb, vegetables, and more. With its bright green color and aromatic ingredients, it’s an easy way to elevate any dish. In just 5 minutes of prep time, you can create this delicious chimichurri sauce that not only enhances your favorite proteins but also adds a refreshing touch to salads and roasted vegetables. Ideal for barbecues or casual weeknight dinners, this homemade chimichurri will quickly become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 2 teaspoons fresh oregano
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup avocado oil or olive oil
- 1/2 cup red apple vinegar or lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients—parsley, cilantro, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, vinegar (or lemon juice), and avocado oil (or olive oil)—in a food processor or blender.
- Blend until smooth but retain some texture from the herbs.
- Transfer the chimichurri sauce into a mason jar or storage container and let it rest at room temperature for about 1 hour to develop flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Argentinean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
