8 Ways to Use Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri sauce is an intensely flavored garlic and herb salsa. Traditionally, it's served with steak in Argentina, but it's delicious on just about everything. This classic recipe can serve as the basis for many versatile ways to use chimichurri sauce. 

This recipe couldn't be any simpler. Just toss some potato wedges with chimichurri sauce and throw them in the oven. You'll have delicious roasted potatoes in no time. They are a perfect accompaniment to a piece of grilled meat or seafood. For added flavor, you can dip the wedges into chimichurri sauce or homemade chimichurri dip at the table. 

Make a delicious sandwich with grilled steak, garlicky chimichurri sauce, and sweet onion relish (salsa criolla). The salsa criolla recipe makes a large quantity so you can use it again and again. The fresh lime juice brings a citrusy tang to any meal and it's great on all kinds of sandwiches. 

Since chimichurri sauce is made with lots of garlic, it makes a quick and easy topping for garlic bread. This delicious side will bring lots of garlicky flavor to any meal. If you have leftovers, use the bread for a sandwich or panini or cut it up and toast for croutons. 

This creamy dip has lots of garlic flavor and is great with vegetables, chips, or on sandwiches. Keep this dip in mind as a simple way to use up any leftover chimichurri sauce. 

For an elegant dinner option, try these chicken breasts seasoned with chimichurri sauce and baked in puff pastry. It's an unexpected combination that is sure to please and fancy enough for a dinner party. 

Chimichurri sauce makes a quick dressing for this quinoa salad with Mediterranean flavors. Just add the chimichurri at the end for a delicious burst of fresh, garlicky flavors. 

Chimichurri sauce turns ordinary potato salad into the perfect side dish for grilled foods. This is an easy make-ahead potato salad that will be welcome at any summer barbeque or outdoor party.