Artificial Flavors Free Chimichurri
Bright, herby, and punchy with garlic, this chimichurri is the kind of sauce that makes everything it touches taste better. Fresh parsley and cilantro form the backbone, with red pepper flakes and dried oregano adding depth and a gentle kick. Apple cider vinegar brings the acidity that makes the whole thing sing, while a steady pour of extra-virgin olive oil pulls it all into a glossy, cohesive sauce. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable — no bottled flavor packets, no mystery additives, just real food doing exactly what it's supposed to do. That matters more than it might seem, because so many store-bought sauces and marinades sneak in artificial flavor compounds that are easy to overlook on a label. Letting it rest for 15 minutes before serving is a small step that makes a big difference, giving the herbs time to soften and the flavors time to meld into something genuinely special. Spoon it over grilled meat, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread and you'll wonder how you ever went without it.
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8 servings
- 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Combine the parsley, cilantro, garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl and stir together until evenly mixed.
- 2
Add the apple cider vinegar and whisk to combine, then drizzle in the olive oil in a steady stream while whisking, until the sauce is cohesive and the oil is fully incorporated.
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