Description
Elevate your culinary creations with the Zesty Smoky Red Chimichurri! This vibrant sauce combines fresh herbs and smoky paprika, adding a delightful twist to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and more. With its bold flavor and stunning color, this chimichurri not only enhances your dishes but also makes them visually appealing. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or a festive gathering, this versatile sauce is sure to impress your guests. Plus, it’s quick to make—ready in just 15 minutes! Enjoy the burst of flavors that this easy-to-make chimichurri brings to your meals.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjustable)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and finely chop parsley and cilantro. Mince garlic and chop red onion.
- In a mixing bowl or food processor, combine parsley, cilantro, garlic, onion, olive oil, vinegar, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Mix or pulse until all ingredients are well combined but still retain some texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer chimichurri to an airtight container for immediate use or store in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh herbs for maximum flavor. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of red pepper flakes. For an extra zing, consider adding lemon juice or other herbs like oregano.