Easy Chimichurri Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2 cups
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Calories
506 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Spanish
Easy Chimichurri Sauce Recipe
Description
The Easy Chimichurri Sauce recipe combines flat-leaf parsley and cilantro leaves finely chopped, fresh minced garlic, and a dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. The coarse chopping preserves a slightly chunky texture that holds the bright herbal flavors well. Allowing the sauce to sit after mixing helps the olive oil and vinegar meld with the herbs and spices, creating a balanced, aromatic sauce. Typically served at room temperature, chimichurri is a classic accompaniment to grilled or roasted meats, especially beef, but it also brightens vegetables and bread. The preparation emphasizes fresh, raw ingredients without cooking, preserving the lively flavors of the herbs and garlic in a versatile condiment.
Ingredients
- 2 cups flat leaf parsley , leaves and small stems, packed
- 3/4 cup cilantro ,packed
- 4 cloves garlic coarsely chopped, fresh
- 1/2-3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil , start with less and add more if needed
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- Add the 2 cups flat leaf parsley and 3/4 cup cilantro to to a small food processor, pulse until coarsely chopped. Remove using a spatula to a small mixing bowl and set aside.
- Repeat with the 4 cloves fresh garlic until minced and add to the herb mixture.
- Stir the 1/2-3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper.
- Cover and allow the flavors to marry until you are ready to use it in your favorite recipes.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 506 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 506kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 54g | 83% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 619mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 363mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 5460IU | 109% |
| Vitamin C | 82mg | 91% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4.1mg | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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