Name: Simple Chimichurri Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 bunch parsley (leaves finely chopped); ¼ tsp dried bay leaf powder; ½ tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh, minced); ¼ tsp garlic powder (or ½ clove fresh, minced); ½ tsp chili flakes; Red wine vinegar (to taste); Kosher salt (to taste); ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil

This chimichurri is bold, briny, and herb-forward with just enough heat and acidity to make every bite pop. A pantry-friendly, no-blender-required sauce that brings serious attitude to anything it touches.

Why You'll Love Simple Chimichurri Sauce

It's loud, herby, and loaded with flavor-basically a flavor bomb in under 5 minutes. You'll want to put it on everything.

Tips and Tricks

Use a sharp knife to chop herbs-don't bruise them in a food processor.
Let the oil come to room temp before mixing to help flavor infuse faster.

Variations

Add fresh cilantro for a more Latin American twist.
Swap red wine vinegar for sherry or white balsamic vinegar.

Substitutions

Fresh garlic and oregano work great-just increase quantity to taste.
Sub chili flakes with minced fresh chile or Calabrian paste for heat.

Best served with

Grilled steak, roast chicken, or seared mushrooms
Warm sourdough or grilled flatbread
Fried eggs or roasted potatoes

How to Store Leftovers

Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Stir before each use-separation is normal.

Common Questions

Can I use a food processor to make this?

Sure, but hand-chopped gives a better texture and color.

Can I freeze chimichurri?

Yes-pour into ice cube trays, freeze, and store cubes in a bag for up to 1 month.

A close-up of a bowl filled with chimichurri sauce, showing finely chopped green herbs mixed with oil and vinegar.

Simple Chimichurri Sauce

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course: Dressing/Condiment

Cuisine: Argentinian, Steakhouse

Calories: 1437

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

Simple Chimichurri Sauce

1 bunch parsley leaves finely chopped
¼ teaspoon dried bay leaf powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh, minced
¼ teaspoon garlic powder or ½ clove fresh, minced
½ teaspoon chili flakes
Red wine vinegar to taste
Kosher salt to taste
¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Equipment

Mixing bowl or jar
Spoon or whisk

Method

Combine parsley, bay leaf, oregano, garlic, chili flakes, red wine vinegar, kosher salt, and olive oil in a mixing bowl or jar.
Stir thoroughly to combine.
Adjust seasoning and vinegar to taste.
Let sit for at least 30 minutes (ideally 3-4 hours) to let flavors marry.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Calories: 1437kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.3gFat: 162gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gMonounsaturated Fat: 118gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 297IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg