Paleo Chimichurri Sauce

Brighten up your dishes with this vibrant and herbaceous Paleo Chimichurri Sauce, a flavorful twist on the classic Argentinian condiment. Packed with fresh parsley and cilantro, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, this sauce is bursting with bold, clean flavors that complement a paleo lifestyle. With a quick 10-minute prep time and nutrient-rich ingredients like extra-virgin olive oil and garlic, this dairy-free, gluten-free recipe doubles as a luscious marinade or a tangy topping for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or seafood. Whether you're meal prepping or seeking a last-minute burst of freshness, this Paleo Chimichurri Sauce will level up any dish with its irresistible, zippy taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by rinsing the fresh parsley and cilantro under cool water, and then pat them dry with paper towels. Be sure any excess water is removed.

Step 2

Remove any thick stems from the parsley and cilantro. You should primarily have the leaves and tender stems remaining.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop them. This will help them blend smoothly into the sauce.

Step 4

In a food processor or blender, combine the parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 5

Pulse the mixture several times until the herbs are distributed evenly and the mixture is finely chopped. Be careful not to over-process, as you still want some texture.

Step 6

With the food processor running on low, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil. Continue until the mixture is well combined and reaches your preferred consistency. Add more olive oil if you like a thinner sauce.

Step 7

Taste the chimichurri sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your taste preferences.

Step 8

Transfer the chimichurri sauce into a bowl or a jar. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to a week to intensify the flavors.

Step 9

Serve chimichurri sauce as a marinade or topping for grilled meats, fish, roasted vegetables, or any dish that could use a burst of fresh, herbal flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(260.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1106.5

Total Fat 120.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1225.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 3.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 113.5mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 657.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 95.4%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 3.5%