Chimichurri

Pair this spicy marinade or dipping sauce with grilled fish, chicken, red meat, sausage or veggies.

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
• lemon [or 1 Tablespoon lemon juice], peeled
• (25 g) red onion, peeled
• (5 g) fresh parsley leaves
• (15 g) fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled
• jalapeño, seeded
• sea salt, optional
• ground black pepper
• (120 ml) extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the blade base.
2. Run the Dips & Spreads Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 60 seconds. For a textured chimichurri select Variable 6. Pulse 10–15 times using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.

Notes

Homemade chimichurri is a flavorful way to enhance vegetables, lean proteins, or whole grains—without relying on heavy sauces or added sugars and making it at home allows you to control the ingredients and adjust for your nutritional goals—such as reducing sodium or using less oil. Fresh parsley and cilantro about both rich in vitamin K, vitamin C, and antioxidants, supporting bone health and immune function. Using olive oil in moderation provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

Nutrition

1 serving (67 g)

• Calories: 270

• Total Fat: 28g

• Total Carbohydrate: 3g

  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 1g

• Protein: 1g

• Cholesterol: 0.31mg

• Sodium: 105mg