Cilantro Chimichurri
A vibrant and flavorful twist on classic chimichurri sauce made with fresh cilantro, perfect for drizzling on grilled meats, veggies, seafood, and more.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh Cilantro bright green leaves
- 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley flat-leaf parsley can be used as a substitute
- 3 cloves Garlic 2-3 cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
- 1/2 cup Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper adjust to taste
- 1 tsp Oregano dried is fine
- Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the cilantro and parsley, pat them dry
- Chop by hand for chunky texture or use a food processor for a pesto-like consistency
- Combine chopped herbs, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, crushed red pepper, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl
- Taste and adjust salt, vinegar, or heat as needed
- Allow the chimichurri to rest for 5-10 minutes to develop flavors
Notes
Optional variations include adding lemon juice, lime zest, or smoked paprika for extra flavor twists.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 125kcalCarbohydrates: 1.2gProtein: 0.5gFat: 13.6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 2mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.5g