Cilantro-Lime Chimichurri for Grilled Veggies
A zesty, herb-forward sauce bursting with fresh cilantro, lime, and garlic that elevates roasted vegetables or grilled meats with vibrant flavor. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs fresh cilantro, garlic, lime for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 80 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, packed fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1, zest and 2 tbsp juice lime
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a food processor, combine 1 cup packed fresh cilantro, 2 cloves garlic, 1 lime zest, and 1/4 tsp salt. Pulse until finely chopped, about 10 seconds.
- Step 2: With the processor running, slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup olive oil and 2 tbsp lime juice through the feed tube for 30 seconds until smooth and emulsified.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Transfer to a jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop before serving. The sauce will thicken slightly as it chills.
