Chimichurri sauce is lovely for baking tofu, dipping bread, or even over pasta with beans and veggies. And you can make it in the blender in minutes!
I learned about chimichurri sauce many years ago, when I was working as a driver for a local CSA. All of the drivers got baskets to take home, and often our baskets would include a big, beautiful bunch of local parsley. I was wondering aloud how to use up my parsley, and one of the other drivers hipped me to the magic of chimichurri.
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Think of chimichurri sauce as a nut-free pesto that uses parsley instead of basil. Parsley sauce might sound a little bit boring if you’re used to thinking of this herb as a garnish, but I feel like parsley is super underrated. Paired with bright lemon and spicy garlic, its complex, earthy flavors really shine.
If you’re not sure how to use your chimichurri sauce, I have some ideas for you!
- Dip your favorite bread.
- Use it as a marinade to make Crispy Air Fried Tofu (instead of the sauce ingredients listed).
- Use it to make baked tofu or tempeh.
- Toss veggies with it before roasting or serve it as a dip for raw veggies.
- In your next burrito, taco, or burrito bowl.
- Drizzle over rice or quinoa.
So many delicious options!
The other thing that I love about parsley is that it’s so darn easy to grow. Seriously, I think the only herb that’s easier is mint. If the parsley in my garden is thriving, you can 100% grow your own. I love growing (and eating!) parsley so much that I wrote a mini ode to my favorite unsung herb for Care2.
But enough about why I love parsley. Let’s make some chimichurri sauce, you guys! Check out the recipe video or the written recipe below.
Blender Chimichurri Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 cup fresh parsley leaves - Some stems are OK, but get rid of any large, woody stems.
- 2 cloves garlic
- juice of 1 fresh lemon
- salt and pepper - to taste
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in your blender except the salt and pepper, and puree until smooth.
- Transfer to your serving container. Taste and season with the salt and pepper.
Melissa | Vegan Huggs
I love chimichurri sauce! I’m so craving empanadas right now, or anything for that matter, because it goes with everything! You sauce looks so vibrant & fresh! I’m totally inspired to make some now 🙂
Becky Striepe
Mmm…empanadas do sound good right now!
Alisa @ Go Dairy Free
I tried chimichurri for the first time a few years ago and fell in love! I haven’t tried to make it, but your recipe looks to easy to pass up.
Becky Striepe
It is super easy, Alisa! Enjoy!
Sarah
Chimichurri is a favorite of mine! Love the bright fresh taste!
Becky Striepe
Every time I make it, I wonder why I don’t make it more often!
Sarah
Ha, I totally do that with so many recipes! I started my blog so I wouldn’t do that, but I think I’ve made my problem even worse 🙂
Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes
Yum! I love a good chimichurri and I love how easy it is to make! Kudos on making a video too! I haven’t made a single one because I get too overwhelmed 😉 Love it!
Becky Striepe
Aw thank you, Vanessa!
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition
Yes, I feel like if they called it parsley sauce could make it underrated but chimichurri is much more fun. 🙂
This looks delicious, especially over tofu!
Mel | avirtualvegan.com
I adore chimichurri sauce! It’s so simple and yet so amazingly delicious. I could drizzle this on almost anything!
Becky Striepe
Same here – I need to make it again ASAP!
Ginny McMeans
You are so good on video. Love the recipe too. It is so versatile!
Becky Striepe
Aw, thank you so much, Ginny!
Cadry
One of my favorite things about pesto, chimichurri, and cilantro chutney is that they’re awesome ways to load up with greens outside of the usual spinach, kale, and lettuce. Your recipe looks wonderful and so easy!
Becky Striepe
Thank you, Cadry!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day
This is amazing, Becky! I don’t know why I thought making chimichurri would be so complicated. It seems easier to make chimichurri than to spell it!
Becky Striepe
Haha it totally is! ????
Jenn
I love chimichurri – so flavorful and works on just about anything! Yum!
Becky Striepe
Thank you, Jenn! I do, too. It’s so flavorful!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite
I love chimichurri!! I had it once at this winery over here and I could not get enough. YUM!
Becky Striepe
It really is addictive!
Nicole
Thanks for including some other ideas on where to use this sauce. Sometimes we all get in a rut and need a little nudge 🙂
Becky Striepe
I hear ya. I love having sauces in the fridge to make rub of the mill meals more interesting!
Dianne
I love the bright green color! I love chimichurri, but I don’t make it enough. Thanks for the reminder! 🙂
Becky Striepe
You are so welcome! 🙂