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    Parsley Cilantro Marinade and Dipping Sauce

    Jul 14, 2008 · Modified: Dec 11, 2020 by Andrea · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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    Parsley Cilantro Marinade and Dipping Sauce - Andrea Meyers

    We're breaking away from our current Hawaii programming to bring you the latest Grow Your Own post direct from our summer garden. This marinade is mixed up like a pesto and flavored somewhat like a chimichurri without the extra liquid. Last week I grabbed some fresh parsley and cilantro as well as a few snips of oregano from our outdoor garden, tossed in some fresh garlic, olive oil, and a little water, then let the food processor do the work. We used it as a marinade for grilled chicken breasts and served them with grilled corn and a simple green salad. Shrimp or a good firm fish will also work well, just reduce the marinating time to about 30 minutes or so. The marinade adds a lot of flavor to light and easy meals for busy, hot summer days.

    Parsley and cilantro on a cutting board - Andrea Meyers

    Grow Your Own logo, seeds, greenThis is my contribution to Grow Your Own, a blogging event that celebrates the dishes we create from foods we've grown, raised, foraged, or hunted ourselves. The event now happens twice a month, and I am hosting this round. The deadline for entries is tomorrow July 15, so you still have time to join in. Check out the Grow Your Own page for instructions and send me your entry!

    Parsley Cilantro Marinade and Dipping Sauce - Andrea Meyers
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    Parsley Cilantro Marinade and Dipping Sauce

    Makes about 1 cup.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Condiment
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: cilantro, parsley
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 26kcal

    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
    • 1 cup packed fresh cilantro
    • 2 stems fresh oregano (leaves stripped)
    • 3 cloves fresh garlic (peeled and crushed)
    • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (or water)
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    Preparation

    • In the bowl of the food processor, add the parsley, cilantro, garlic, and olive oil. Process for about 20 to 30 seconds, then drizzle in the water or lemon juice. Process for about 15 seconds more.
    • MARINADE: Rub the marinade over the surface of chicken, fish, or shrimp. Reserve some sauce for dipping when served, and place meat in a plastic bag. Keep refrigerated. Leave the fish or shrimp for about 30 minutes or so, and the chicken for several hours or overnight.
    • DIPPING SAUCE: Add more olive oil and lemon juice if you want to use it for dipping.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 26kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 383IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Victoria says

      July 14, 2008 at 10:22 pm

      This looks really tasty! I make this type of thing all the time when I have extra herbs. I freeze it then break off pieces and toss them into all sorts of dishes. So convenient.

    2. Cris says

      July 15, 2008 at 5:58 pm

      Oh... chimichurri is great on barbecues! This is good now that you are hosting twice a month, even though I think I initially will join just once a month. This gives us the chance to get good recipes twice!

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