Cilantro Chimichurri

Ingredients
Cilantro (Cilantro Chimichurri), Garlic (Cilantro Chimichurri), Chili (Cilantro Chimichurri), Lemon juice (Cilantro Chimichurri), Olive Oil (Cilantro Chimichurri), Salt (Cilantro Chimichurri), Yellow onion (Cilantro Chimichurri)
Prep Time
10 min
Servings
4
Dish
Side dish
Carbohydrates
~1 g
Total Time
10 min
Category
Dips
Fat
~9 g
Diet
vegan, gluten-free
Garden Plants
Cilantro, Lime, Yellow onion
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Protein
~0.5 g
Calories
~90 kcal

Ingredients

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Description

A fresh, zesty green sauce made with cilantro instead of parsley. Perfect for drizzling over grilled vegetables, tofu, rice bowls, or tacos. It's raw, quick to make, and packed with flavor.

Instructions

  1. Rinse and roughly chop the cilantro (stems are fine).
  2. Add cilantro, garlic, vinegar/lemon, and chili (if using) to a food processor. Pulse until chopped.
  3. Slowly pour in olive oil while blending to desired texture (chunky or smooth).
  4. Season with salt and optional onion/shallot. Let sit for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.

Note: Servings: ~3-4 cup (serves 4-6 as a sauce). Nutrition per Serving is for 2 tablespoons.

Nutrition per Serving

Recipes

NameCaloriesProteinFatCarbohydratesFiberSodium
Cilantro Chimichurri~90 kcal~0.5 g~9 g~1 g

Written by neighbors in the community guide. Last edited May 26, 2025.Open in Notion