Homemade chimichurri sauce

Homemade chimichurri sauce

By Emma Chakri
20’ Prep time
0’ Cook time
20’ Total time
215 Calories
2 Serving

Summary

This homemade chimichurri sauce is a bright and flavorful sauce that is perfect for adding a punch of flavor to any dish. use it as a marinade, dipping sauce, or condiment for grilled meats and veggies.
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Step 1

Nutrition, per serving - Calories: 979, Total fat: 106 grams, Sodium: 267 mg, Total carb: 3 grams, Dietary fiber: 2 gram, Sugars: 2 gram, Protein: 1 grams
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Step 2

Wash and dry the herbs.
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Step 3

Remove the parsley leaves from the thicker, woody stems, then finely chop with a sharp knife. Transfer 1 cup (40 g) to a medium bowl and save the rest of the herbs for another use.
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Step 4

Remove the oregano leaves from the stems and roughly chop. Add ¼ cup (10 g) to the bowl with the parsley. Save any leftovers for another use.
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Step 5

Peel the garlic cloves, then mince. Add to the bowl with the herbs.
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Step 6

Peel and mince the shallot, then add to the bowl.
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Step 7

Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and red pepper flakes. Whisk well to combine. Add the lemon zest and whisk to incorporate.
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Step 8

Let the chimichurri sit in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 24 hours.
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Step 9

Serve over grilled veggies, steak, seafood, or grilled chicken thighs, use as a dip for crusty bread, or use as desired otherwise.
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Step 10

Enjoy!

Ingredient

  • Lemon
    Lemon
    1
  • Small shallot
    Small shallot
    1
  • Garlic
    Garlic
    5 cloves
  • Red wine vinegar
    Red wine vinegar
    0.25 cup
  • Red pepper flakes
    Red pepper flakes
    1 teaspoon
  • Fresh oregano
    Fresh oregano
    1 bunch
  • Fresh flat-leaf parsley
    Fresh flat-leaf parsley
    1 large bunch
  • Good-quality olive oil
    Good-quality olive oil
    0.75 cup

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