Easy Chimichurri Sauce

Easy Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri is an uncooked sauce used for grilled meat; it originated in Argentina and Uruguay. The dominant flavors are parsley and garlic.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Yield:
10 servings
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup hot water
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley, or more to taste
  • 2/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 1 shallot, roughly chopped
  • 1 red jalapeno pepper, chopped
  • ½ cup red wine vinegar
  • ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1
Combine water, oregano, and salt in a small bowl and set aside until oregano has softened, about 15 minutes.

Step 2
Combine parsley, cilantro, garlic, shallot, and jalapeno in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until chopped. Add water-oregano mixture and red wine vinegar and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl and whisk in olive oil until emulsified.

Step 3
Cover chimichurri sauce and let sit at room temperature until flavors have melded, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

167
Calories
17g
Fat
3g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 167
% Daily Value *
Total Fat17g 22%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Sodium239mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate3g 1%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars0g
Protein1g
Vitamin C11mg 54%
Calcium30mg 2%
Iron1mg 5%
Potassium104mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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