Picanha com Chimichurri

Picanha com Chimichurri is a flavorful Brazilian BBQ dish featuring tender picanha beef topped with a zesty chimichurri sauce. This dish is perfect for a healthy outdoor grilling experience, packed with protein and vibrant herbs.

Ingredients

• Picanha - 500 grams
• Salt - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 1/2 cup, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Prepare the chimichurri sauce by combining chopped parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and black pepper in a bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until well blended and set aside.
2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
3. Season the picanha generously with salt on all sides.
4. Once the grill is hot, place the picanha on the grill, fat side down. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the fat is crispy.
5. Flip the picanha and grill for another 5-7 minutes for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness is reached.
6. Remove the picanha from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
7. Serve the sliced picanha topped with chimichurri sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 40 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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