Chimichurri

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

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
• lemon, peeled
• (15 g) red onion, peeled
• (2 g) fresh parsley leaves
• 2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano
• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• jalapeño, seeded
• sea salt, optional
• ground black pepper
• (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil [or water]

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the blade base.
2. Select Variable 6. Pulse 15 to 20 times.

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: 0.33mg

• Sodium: 105mg