Garlic Parsley Sauce

A bright and zesty sauce perfect for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dressing.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

• Fresh garlic (1–2 cloves)
• Fresh parsley (1 bunch)
• Lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
• Lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
• Red wine vinegar (1–2 tablespoons)
• Fresh chili (1–2, depending on heat preference)
• Salt (to taste)

Optional (For Traditional Chimichurri Style)

• Olive oil (3–4 tablespoons)
• Dried oregano (1 teaspoon)

Method

1. Prepare the Ingredients
   • Mince the garlic finely.
   • Chop the parsley into small pieces.
   • Zest and juice the lemon.
   • Finely chop the chili, adjusting the amount to your spice tolerance.
2. Mix the Base
   • In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, parsley, lemon zest, and chili.
   • Add the red wine vinegar and lemon juice.
   • Stir to combine and season with salt to taste.
3. Adjust for Chimichurri
   • If making a more traditional chimichurri, mix in olive oil and oregano.
4. Serve
   • Use immediately as a sauce or let it rest for 15–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Ideal with grilled meats or as a fresh topping.

Enjoy your zesty garlic parsley sauce!