Description
Chimichurri sauce is a vibrant and zesty condiment that will transform any dish into a flavor sensation. This fresh and herbaceous sauce combines parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, and olive oil to create a delightful accompaniment for grilled meats, seafood, and roasted vegetables. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, chimichurri is quick to prepare and can be made ahead for stress-free entertaining. Elevate your meals with this must-have kitchen staple that promises to invigorate your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- Finely chop the parsley and cilantro; mince the garlic until paste-like.
- In a medium bowl, combine chopped herbs, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while mixing continuously to emulsify.
- Add red wine vinegar, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow the chimichurri to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg