Pasta with Chimichurri Sauce

Pasta with Chimichurri Sauce combines the heartiness of pasta with the vibrant, herbaceous flavors of the Argentine chimichurri, creating a refreshing and zesty dish. This unique fusion celebrates bold flavors while keeping it kosher, making it perfect for any meal.

Pasta with Chimichurri Sauce
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 150 grams
  • Fresh parsley - 1/2 cup, chopped
  • Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil - 1/4 cup
  • Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the chimichurri sauce by combining the chopped parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  3. Mix the chimichurri sauce thoroughly and let it sit to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and return it to the pot.
  5. Pour the chimichurri sauce over the hot pasta and toss gently to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley or cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 60 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from fresh herbs.
  • Provides healthy fats from olive oil.

Tags

AmericanKosherPasta Dish