Yield: 2 cups

Red chimichurri

a spoonful of red chimichurri being removed from the bowl

Red Chimichurri is a vibrant, bold Argentinian sauce made with roasted red peppers as its base. Added fresh herbs and spices give it a perfect balance of flavors. It is just as versatile as its cousin, the green chimichurri.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12 oz. jar roasted red peppers, drained
  • 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 4-6 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Add all the ingredients except for the olive oil to a blender and pulse until combined but chunky.
  2. Pour into a dish and whisk in the olive oil.
  3. Serve over grilled meat or use it as a salad dressing.

Notes

  • Remove the leaves from the parsley stems and loosely fill the cup
  • For a smooth sauce, continue to pulse to your desired consistency.
  • You can make a chunky sauce as described in the recipe or process it to a smooth consistency.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 152Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 139mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 1g

Nutrition information is a guideline only, is calculated automatically by third-party software, and absolute accuracy is not guaranteed.

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