Walnut Chimichurri

Name: Walnut Chimichurri
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1/3 cup California walnuts; 2 cloves garlic; 1 large bunch Italian parsley, large stems removed; 1 tablepoon lime juice; 1 large pinch red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup walnut or extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Total Time

20 Mins

Serves

Serving Size

2 tablespoons

Description

Walnuts add texture to this chimichurri that can be used as a marinade or to top a variety of dishes.

Ingredients

1/3 cup California walnuts
2 cloves garlic
1 large bunch Italian parsley, large stems removed
1 tablepoon lime juice
1 large pinch red pepper flakes
1/4 cup walnut or extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

PREPARATION

Puree all chimichurri ingredients in a food processor until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

NUTRITION

Calories: 120 cal
Total Fat: 13 g
Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.557 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7.088 g
Sodium: 105 mg
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Dietary Fiber: less than 1 g
Protein: less than 1 g
Calcium: 20 mg
Iron: 1 mg
Potassium: 90 mg