Whole30 Chimichurri Sauce – fresh cilantro and parsley mixture blended with olive oil, vinegar and garlic. Delicious on meat, fish and vegetables. Keto, paleo, gluten free, grain free, dairy free, sugar free, vegan, clean eating, real food.
A bright sauce made from parsley, cilantro, red wine vinegar, garlic, salt and some red pepper flakes. Delicious and perfect in its simplicity.
This chimichurri sauce is going to bring your cooked chicken, steak, pork, shrimp, fish and vegetables to the next level. It is beyond healthy, and will keep all your favorite dishes whole30, keto, paleo, gluten free, dairy free and sugar free.
How To Make Whole30 Chimichurri Sauce
Like most of my sauces, this chimichurri sauce is so simple to make.
In your food processor you will combine all the ingredients and blend until combined. And you’ll have to resist all temptation to eat all of this gorgeous green sauce with a spoon right away.
How Long Does Whole30 Chimichurri Last?
This chimichurri sauce will last for 14 days in the refrigerator, or longer. Just check for spoilage. It also freezes beautifully for up to 6 months.
I like to store my chimichurri sauce in wide mouth pint mason jars, especially since the jars are freezer friendly.
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Whole30 Chimichurri Sauce (Keto, Paleo)
Prep Time: 5 mins- Total Time: 5 mins
Yield: 1.5 cups 1x
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Pin RecipeIngredients
1 bunch worth parsley leaves (some stems ok)
1 bunch worth cilantro leaves (some stems ok)
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 cloves of garlic
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Combine all the ingredients in a food processor. Pulse for about 30-45 seconds until combined.
Serve on cooked vegetables, seafood and meat.
Leftovers will keep in an airtight container or pint mason jar refrigerated for 14 days or frozen for 6 months.
Notes
I have 2 little boys who don’t like spicy food, so I leave the red pepper flakes out and instead sprinkle them on top. Feel free to add more red pepper flakes if you like it spicier.
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Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
March 11, 2015 at 4:43 amThat’s too funny that your husband can make up lyrics like that! My husband does the same, too, though it sounds like Shawn has him beat! This chimichurri sauce looks delicious! I love the pretty green color and your photos are stunning! Such a fresh and flavorful sauce!
Natalie says
March 11, 2015 at 11:14 amIt’s funny, because he’ll never sing the correct lyrics, only his funny version. Thanks Gayle!
[email protected] Whole and Heavenly Oven says
March 11, 2015 at 4:48 amHaha! Your conversations with Shawn are the best. Tide and thyme. Ha-ha! Good one, Natalie!! LOL.
And this sauce? Um, hello gorgeous! I can’t get over how gloriously green this looks! Would you believe that I’ve never tried chimichurri sauce in my life?! That needs to change asap, because this seriously looks amazing! How awesome would this be over grilled veggies and chicken?!
Natalie says
March 11, 2015 at 11:14 amWe definitely like to make each other laugh! And isn’t the green color so pretty? Thanks Sarah!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
March 11, 2015 at 9:56 amOK, I’ve never heard that song, On Our Way, before. . where have I been?! I loooooooovvvveeeeee chimichurri sauce . . . love it. Especially in the summer with grilled meats and veggies. . LOVE! Yours is gorgeous and perfect!!!
Natalie says
March 11, 2015 at 11:15 amThanks Alice! I love it to! Seems I always have a jar of it in my fridge : )
Keri @ Fashionable Foods says
March 11, 2015 at 10:38 amChicken with tide…hahahaha! Love it. I’m a huge fan of chimichurri sauce – the first time I ever heard of it was back in high school. We were learning about latin countries in my Spanish class and our groups had to pick a country and make one of their specialty dishes. I had Argentina and I made oven fries with chimichurri – SO GOOD! I don’t use cilantro in mine because I’m one of those annoying people that think it tastes like soap ;) Great photos Natalie!
Natalie says
March 11, 2015 at 11:16 amHaha, so funny huh Keri? I love poking fun at Shawn. And I can’t believe you’re a soap taster of cilantro! I am fascinated by that! I don’t like olives, if it’s any consolation : )
Christina @ Bake with Christina says
March 11, 2015 at 10:55 amThat sauce looks SO flavorful, and I’m sure it would taste good on pretty much anything!! :)
Natalie says
March 11, 2015 at 11:17 amThanks Christina! It’s such a versatile sauce, so good!
Kelly says
March 11, 2015 at 11:46 amHaha you and Shawn have the best conversations – love your TIDE come back :) This chimichurri sauce looks so beautiful! So refreshing and I love the vibrant green! Definitely getting me excited for spring and summer too. I’ve never made my own chimichurri and now I can’t wait to try yours :)
Rachelle says
March 11, 2015 at 12:33 pmWhat a funny story! Your chimichurri sauce is so bright and pretty! I also make mine with mostly parsley — I’m with Keri on the soap situation. I’ve only ever used it with flank steak, so I am loving all the alternate suggesstions!
Chefmark808 says
September 1, 2018 at 7:00 pmTry using it as a marinade for fish, chicken or shrimp, grill. I like adding couple tbsp to cooked jasmine rice, fluff it makes a good side dish!
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Natalie says
September 5, 2018 at 1:08 pmSounds delicious!
Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says
March 11, 2015 at 12:44 pmWhat a great laugh you two had!! How fun! <3 This sauce looks great!! I need to try this asap! Love the cilantro!! Need to make this asap! Pinned! ;)
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
March 11, 2015 at 12:46 pmThat is so funny! Nothing like a man that can make you laugh. :-)
These photos are amazing and now I just want to try!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
March 11, 2015 at 3:05 pmThat’s so cute! Love your inside jokes :) This sauce looks amazing!
Kathy @ Olives & Garlic says
March 11, 2015 at 4:31 pmYou and Shawn are the cutest. Chicken and Tide sounds delicious…. haha… :)
I’m so glad you love the sauce, thanks dear friend. I’m glad I can return the favor, after all, you introduced me to your chicken and rice skillet, it is one of our favorite dishes.
Love the photos, so bright and colorful. I can drink the sauce straight from the jar. Yummmmmm.
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Lily Lau says
March 11, 2015 at 4:45 pmI know chimichurri, such a funny word for this delicious taste! I always had to buy it, I love that now you taught us how to do it :)
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Katie says
March 11, 2015 at 5:22 pmHoly Healthy! Love this chimichurri sauce, whatever that is?! I’ve never heard of such a sauce but you’re making me want to try it. Looks great Natalie! Pinning to my Healthy and Delish board for sure :)
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marcie says
March 11, 2015 at 7:14 pmChicken and Tide would be fine as long as this chimichurri was all over it! I swear, I could drink chimichurri. This looks so fresh and amazing!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
March 11, 2015 at 7:15 pmHaha, I can see your life must be very entertaining! This Chimichurri sauce is just gorgeous!
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
March 11, 2015 at 8:02 pmYou guys sound like you have so much fun together, that’s awesome! I love the looks of this chimichurri, I had it awhile back as a condiment for steak and it was so fresh and delicious! I will have to try making it myself!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
March 11, 2015 at 8:51 pmHaha! Twisting the lyrics to songs always cracks me up. And I’m glad the chicken was with thyme and not Tide. ;) This chimichurri sauce is beyond gorgeous! I’ve eaten it a few times but not for a long while…now I’m craving it!
Momma Baker says
March 11, 2015 at 10:43 pmI have never tried Chimichurri sauce .That has to change though! This looks so good and sounds so flavorful!
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Annie @Maebells says
March 12, 2015 at 11:19 amI think my last comment went off into space! I have never tried chimichurri sauce! Never! haha! and you have never tried grits, don’t you love that our blogs are expanding our culinary horizons! :)
Lizi says
February 9, 2016 at 8:13 pmThis was so delicious on my steak tonight! Thanks! Should I have used an entire bunch of both parsley and cilantro? I measured out a half cup for each and it was definitely not enough. So then I measured out another half cup of each and added it. I finally ended up sprinkling more cilantro and parsley in after the second half cup. At that point it seemed green enough. Thoughts?
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Natalie says
February 18, 2016 at 11:53 amThanks Lizi! So glad you liked it! I use all the leaves from 1 whole bunch of parsely, and 1 whole bunch of cilantro. I adjusted the recipe description so it makes more sense. I can see how it’s confusing. Thanks for reading!
Koty says
March 18, 2016 at 9:39 amThis chimichurri is delicious and so simple to make!
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Natalie says
March 18, 2016 at 12:59 pmI’m glad you liked it! It’s one of my favorites. Thanks for letting me know you liked my recipe, you made my day!
Kim says
May 28, 2016 at 8:26 amLove the taste, next time will use half the salt then taste. A little too salty, but otherwise great.
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Ashley says
January 6, 2017 at 1:54 pmI’m excited to make this. When using the herbs, do I throw the stems in too? Also, would this be good tossed with noodles and chicken pieces? Sorry, newbie here.
Aubree says
February 21, 2017 at 4:37 pmCan you freeze this?
Natalie says
May 1, 2017 at 10:26 pmYes! Just make sure the container you freeze it in is freezer safe.
Lily says
June 23, 2019 at 5:59 pmThis is the most amazing go to sauce for everything! I love this! Thank you….
Natalie says
June 24, 2019 at 10:07 amThank you Lily! I am so glad you love it as much as I do! I want to put it on ALL THE THINGS!
Lillian Silverman says
June 24, 2019 at 1:00 pmI now mix a veggie dip with sour cream and chimichurri sauce… so good!
Natalie says
June 24, 2019 at 2:51 pmOh that sounds DELICIOUS! I need to try this!