Description
Chimichurri Sauce is a vibrant and herb-packed condiment that brings fresh, zesty, and tangy flavors to any meal. This quick and easy no-cook sauce combines fresh parsley, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and spices to create a perfect balance of brightness and earthiness. Ideal for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a versatile dip and dressing, chimichurri adds a refreshing punch to your dishes while being healthy and customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Herbs and Aromatics
- 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced or pulsed
Liquids
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Herbs and Garlic: Finely chop fresh parsley and oregano to release their full aromas and flavors. Mince the garlic cloves finely or pulse briefly in a food processor for even distribution throughout the sauce.
- Mix Vinegar and Oil: In a bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar and olive oil until well combined to create a tangy base with a silky texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped herbs, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper into the vinegar and oil mixture. Stir thoroughly so all the ingredients are evenly coated and the flavors meld.
- Let It Rest: Allow the sauce to sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes before serving to enable the flavors to develop and blend harmoniously.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality herbs for the brightest flavor.
- Do not over-pulse herbs in the food processor; keep some texture instead of pureeing.
- Adjust acidity gradually by adding vinegar or lemon juice to taste, balancing with olive oil to avoid excess tartness.
- Make chimichurri ahead; it tastes even better after resting several hours or overnight in the fridge.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for convenient portions; thaw overnight in fridge before use.
- This sauce is best served cold or at room temperature; no reheating needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chimichurri, chimichurri sauce, herb sauce, Argentinian sauce, grilled meat sauce, condiment, marinade, fresh sauce, easy sauce