Chimichurri sauce

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Common questions

Is Chimichurri sauce healthy?

Chimichurri sauce scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This chimichurri sauce contains several beneficial ingredients such as cilantro, olive oil, parsley, and garlic, which contribute to its nutritional value.

How processed is Chimichurri sauce?

Chimichurri sauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Chimichurri sauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Olive Oil Blend, Parsley, Garlic count in its favor; Canola Oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Chimichurri sauce

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63 Fair

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 1
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Category Condiments
Summary

This chimichurri sauce contains several beneficial ingredients such as cilantro, olive oil, parsley, and garlic, which contribute to its nutritional value. However, the presence of canola oil, a seed oil that can promote inflammation, and the high level of processing limit its overall healthiness. Despite the clean ingredient list, the processing level and inclusion of canola oil prevent a higher rating.

Key ingredients 8

Olive Oil Blend
Very Good

Contains: Olive Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Olive oil is a healthy fat rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, supporting heart health and overall wellness.

Parsley
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Garlic
Good

Whole food with well-documented cardiovascular and immune benefits.

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Sea Salt
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Cilantro
Neutral

Cilantro is a fresh herb that adds flavor and nutrients without negative effects, making it a neutral ingredient.

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Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and acts as a neutral base in the sauce, with no negative or positive effects.

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Red Wine Vinegar
Neutral

Red wine vinegar adds acidity and flavor without significant health implications, making it a neutral ingredient.

Canola Oil
Very Bad

Canola oil is highly processed and contains omega-6 fatty acids that may promote inflammation if consumed excessively.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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