Condiment
How many calories in Chimichurri Sauce?
Chimichurri Sauce is an Argentine staple made from parsley, garlic, vinegar, and oil. It’s a vibrant sauce perfect for grilling meats or as a marinade.
Per 100 g
110 kcal
1 tablespoon
16 kcal
(15 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 g / 100g | 5 g / 100g | 10.2 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 5% · Carbs 17% · Fat 78%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- 1 tablespoon (15 g, 16 kcal) is 1% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning 1 tablespoon takes about 4 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Chimichurri Sauce is number 5 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 240 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Spicy Pickled Radishes | 40 | 1 g |
| Classic Marinara Sauce | 70 | 2 g |
| Sweet and Spicy Pickles | 90 | 1 g |
| Roasted Red Pepper Dip | 100 | 2 g |
| Chimichurri Sauce | 110 | 1.6 g |
| Lemon Basil Infused Olive Oil | 900 | 0 g |
Nutrition data updated June 14, 2026.
Health score
7/10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chimichurri typically served with?
- It's commonly served with grilled meats but pairs well with veggies too.
- Is it spicy?
- No, Chimichurri is not spicy; it has a fresh herby flavor.
- How long can I store it?
- You can keep it in the fridge for about one week.
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