Bread Dippin Cilantro Salsa
Brighten up your appetizer spread with this zesty and aromatic Bread Dippin’ Cilantro Salsa! This bold, herbaceous dip combines the freshness of cilantro with a touch of heat from jalapeño, balanced perfectly by the tang of freshly squeezed lime juice, a hint of sweetness from honey, and the warm earthiness of ground cumin. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vibrant salsa is blended to smooth perfection, making it an irresistible companion for crusty breads, crackers, or even veggie sticks. Naturally gluten-free and packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, it’s a healthier take on classic dips with a unique twist. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving a flavorful snack, this cilantro salsa is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (loosely packed) fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 1 whole (seeded for less heat, optional) jalapeño
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash the cilantro thoroughly and loosely pack 1 cup of leaves and tender stems.
Add the cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, garlic cloves, and seeded jalapeño (if using) into a blender or food processor.
Season with salt, ground cumin, and honey.
Add 2 tablespoons of water to help the blending process.
Blend or process the ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender/processor as needed.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or honey if desired.
Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and serve immediately with fresh bread or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
545 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1192 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 274 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
