Classic Chimichurri Sauce

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Classic Chimichurri Sauce

5 from 1 vote

This fresh and simple Classic Chimichurri Sauce is perfect for summer! Serve it up over grilled steak, chicken, shrimp, veggies, and more.

It's bright and zesty with loads of garlic, fresh herbs, shallot, olive oil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for spice.

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Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Makes: 8 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/3 cup minced fresh flat leaf parsley about one smaller bunch
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano leaves
1 small shallot very finely minced
2 garlic cloves grated
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
kosher salt & freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

Combine the parsley, oregano, shallot, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Pour in the olive oil and the red wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Stir well and keep at room temperature until you’re ready to serve.

Notes

This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled. Store in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Serving: 2 tablespoonsCalories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 28mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 211IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.3mg