5.0 from 6 votes
Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce
Refreshing and flavorful cilantro parsley chimichurri sauce perfect for grilled meats, fish, vegetables or as a condiment.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8 to 10 servings, about 2 tablespoons per serving (one cup packed total)
Calories: 129 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 55 grams
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves 15 grams
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small shallot, minced about 40 grams
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil plus 2 teaspoons
- 2 teaspoons lemon or lime juice
Instructions
- Combine the seasoning in a medium bowl and set aside.
- Finely chop or mince parsley, cilantro, garlic and shallots by hand. Place in a serving bowl.
- Stir in the ½ cup of olive oil.
- Then stir in the lemon juice.
- Sprinkle the top with the chimichurri seasoning.
- Stir everything together and add two more teaspoons of olive oil for a looser consistency.
- Taste test and add more salt or paprika powder, if preferred.
- Enjoy immediately. For best results, let the ingredients rest at room temperature for the flavors to blend (a few hours).
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Notes
- Storage tips:
- In the fridge: It's best to use a mason jar with a lid or an airtight container and store for 2 to 3 weeks.
- In the freezer: I like to use an ice cube tray for extended storage (up to 2 to 3 months). Thaw it in the fridge overnight before use.
- Expert tips:
- Chop, don't pulse, or blend: Chop the ingredients by hand. It's quick and easy, and you don't need to clean the bowl of a food processor.
- Let it sit at room temperature: You can make cilantro parsley chimichurri on the spot and use it immediately. However, it is best to allow everything to marinate so the flavors can come together (in a few hours or overnight).
- Taste test: Always check if you prefer adding more salt before use or a little more heat with paprika powder.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1
Calories
129kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
0.5g
(1%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Sodium
79mg
(3%)
Potassium
76mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.4g
(1%)
Vitamin A
798IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
21mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8to 10 servings, about 2 tablespoons per serving (one cup packed total)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 129
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 129kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5g | 1% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 79mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 798IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.