Cilantro Lime Sauce
- A vibrant, versatile sauce blending fresh cilantro with zesty lime juice.
- This silky-smooth condiment instantly elevates tacos, salads, and grilled proteins.
- Ready in just 5 minutes with simple, fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: ¾ cup 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 large lime)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ jalapeño pepper, seeds removed (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (optional, for extra citrus flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional, for earthiness)
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and dry 1 cup of cilantro leaves, removing thick stems.
- Add cilantro, lime juice, and garlic to a blender or food processor.
- Pulse 5-6 times until coarsely chopped.
- With the blender running on low, slowly drizzle in the olive oil.
- Add salt and pepper to the mixture.
- Blend for 30-45 seconds until completely smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
- For a creamier version, add half an avocado or 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt.
- The tender cilantro stems contain lots of flavor – don’t waste them!
- To keep the sauce bright green longer, place plastic wrap directly on the surface before refrigerating.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 147
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 1
Keywords: cilantro lime sauce, cilantro lime dressing, zesty lime vinaigrette, fresh cilantro salsa, lime coriander sauce