Easy Basil Chimichurri Recipe
This healthy basil chimichurri sauce uses herbs, lemon juice and only a splash of olive oil for a bright, zesty condiment that's bursting with flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes, it's perfect for grilled chicken, fish, vegetables, grain bowls, and more.
Author: Sheeba
Ingredients
- 1 cup basil (packed)
- ½ cup parsley (packed)
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 red chili (or ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
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Instructions
- Roughly chop the herbs. Finely chop the garlic and chili.
- Blend the garlic, chili, salt, pepper, lemon juice and olive oil in a small blender until you get a coarse mixture.
- Add basil and parsley and pulse quickly for a few seconds.
- Serve with your favorite protein.
Notes
Nutrition Facts
Easy Basil Chimichurri Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
137.5
% Daily Value*
Fat
13.7
g
21
%
Saturated Fat
1.9
g
12
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9.9
g
Sodium
588
mg
26
%
Potassium
128.1
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
4
g
1
%
Fiber
0.8
g
3
%
Sugar
0.9
g
1
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
1059
IU
21
%
Vitamin C
31.5
mg
38
%
Calcium
33.9
mg
3
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.