Chimichurri sauce

Name: Chimichurri sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves; 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon shallot, coarsely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

A vibrant Argentine herb sauce combining fresh parsley and cilantro with garlic, shallot, and cumin, balanced with red wine vinegar and olive oil for a tangy, herbaceous condiment.

Glycemic Load: 0.1 (Low)

131 calories per serving

Serves: 8

Prep: PT10M

About This Calculation

Chimichurri sauce has a low glycemic load of 0.1 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.

The primary glycemic load contributors are shallot (GL 0.0), garlic (GL 0.0), fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves (GL 0.0). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.