Chimichurri Sauce

Prep time: 10 minutes
Makes: 2 cups

Ingredients:

2 cups fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro or both)
4 cloves of garlic or 2 tsp minced garlic
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tablespoons lemon juice from about 1 lemon
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: 2 Tbsp chopped jalapeno pepper (ribs & seeds removed) or 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Directions:

Finely chop herbs and garlic (or pulse several times in a food processor.)
Add all of the other ingredients and mix well to combine.
Serve as a sauce for grilled or roasted meat, poultry, seafood or as a dressing for salads. Use as a dip for veggie slices, tortilla chips, or crusty bread.

Notes:
Chimichurri is a traditional sauce from Argentina made with raw herbs including parsley. It is often served with grilled meat and fish.