Cilantro Chimichurri
This healthy and zesty cilantro chimichurri sauce will add a mouthful of flavor to any dish. I especially love it on grilled veggies. Chimichurri can be used in so many ways, but we primarily use it as a sauce or a marinade. Move over ketchup!
Health Benefits of Cilantro
Parsley is no doubt good for you, but cilantro may be even better. Healthline says it is rich in immune-boosting antioxidants, can help lower blood pressure, and has anti-inflammatory effects that protect memory health. Did you know that in most parts of the world cilantro is called coriander? Here in the US coriander is typically just used for referring to the seeds, but in many places coriander can refer to the whole plant. Who knew!
Chimi what?
Chimichurri is a fresh herby sauce that hails from South America, primarily Argentina. It is similar to a a pesto, but more acid and spicy. Although traditionally served with steak, I enjoy chimichurri on grilled veggies. I love a good herby green sauce and make a handful of variations to slather on meals. As a kid I was a ranch dipper, ranch dressing on everything pizza, potatoes, you name it. I’ve grown up learned to eat healthy and swapped out the ranch for tastier homemade varieties like chimichurri. Plus I love this story about the origin of the name chimichurri from BBC travel:
There are various legends about the birth of chimichurri and its name, with the most famous claiming that it was 19th-Century Irish immigrant James (Jimmy) McCurry, who, longing for Worcestershire sauce – a popular condiment in the UK and Ireland that’s made of vinegar, molasses, garlic, anchovies and other ingredients – decided to create another flavoursome condiment with local ingredients. Supposedly, the sauce took his name “Jimmy McCurry”, which became “chimichurri” with Argentinian pronunciation.
Add some South American zest to your cooking with chimichurri. Now off to the kitchen!
Cilantro Chimichurri
Zesty chimichurri sauce made from fresh cilantro, parsley, oregano, garlic, vinegar, and olive oil. It is super versatile and can be used as a grilling marinade, a salad dressing, or a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1/2 jalapeño, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of fresh oregano, chopped
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
Instructions
- Add vinegar, salt, garlic, shallot, and jalapeño to a small mixing bowl. Set aside for 15 minutes.
- Add cilantro, parsley, oregano, and olive oil. Whisk until the olive oil is well combined. Chill in the fridge for least one hour to let the flavors combine. Yum!
Notes
Keeps in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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