Chimichurri Rice

How to Store

Store leftover chimichurri rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat rice, add a little bit of oil to a frying pan along with the rice and a splash of broth or water. Add a little bit of leftover chimichurri sauce (if you have any) and heat over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, or until warmed throughout.

Recipe Variations

• Rice or grain – we alternate between white and brown rice, but other grains like farro, Israeli couscous, and quinoa are also excellent with chimichurri sauce.
• Herbs – typical chimichurri recipes rely on parsley and cilantro to make the herby base, but feel free to use just one herb or to add to it with other fresh herbs like thyme, basil, oregano, or rosemary.
• Cooking method – our go-to method for cooking rice is pressure cooking because it’s easy, hands-free, and makes consistently tender, fluffy rice. But you can make rice over the stove or in a rice cooker too or use the “pasta cooking” method.

What to Pair with Chimichurri Rice

• Protein – chimichurri rice is the perfect base for proteins like shrimp, steak, chicken, salmon, flaky white fish, or tofu. Try them grilled, pan-seared, or oven-baked.
• Vegetables – we love incorporating summer veggies like zucchini, yellow squash, asparagus, tomatoes, eggplant, corn on the cob, and green beans with this summertime dish. Sauteed, oven-roasted, steamed, air fried, grilled or raw are all great options.
• Bread – load up the carbs! A slice of homemade white bread, garlic bread, dinner rolls, or homemade breadsticks are perfect for dipping in leftover chimichurri sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions