Classic Chimichurri Sauce with Herbs & Garlic
A zesty and herbaceous sauce made with fresh herbs and garlic, perfect for drizzling over grilled meats or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Argentinian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, packed
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Finely chop the fresh parsley and oregano using a sharp knife to avoid bruising the herbs.
- In a medium bowl, combine chopped herbs, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the red wine vinegar and stir to begin marinating the mixture.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while stirring continuously to help the sauce emulsify.
- Let the sauce sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes to meld the flavors before serving.
Notes
- This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- It pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, seafood, or as a dressing for salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg