Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
Make this quick and creamy cilantro lime sauce. It works well as a taco sauce, dressing, or dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: About 1.5 cups
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeño, seeded (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the cilantro, mayonnaise or yogurt, lime juice, garlic, jalapeño (if using), salt, and pepper into a food processor or blender.
- Process or blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
- Taste the sauce and adjust salt or lime juice if necessary.
- If the sauce is too thick, add water, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use a vegan mayonnaise substitute.
- If you prefer a thinner dressing, increase the amount of lime juice or add a small amount of water.
- This sauce keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 5
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