Cilantro Cream
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and versatile Cilantro Cream, a dreamy blend of fresh cilantro, tangy sour cream, and zesty lime juice, all brought together with a hint of garlic and optional jalapeño for a kick of spice. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect quick and flavorful addition to your culinary repertoire. Use it as a creamy dip for veggies, a drizzle over tacos, or a topping for grilled meats and roasted veggies. Adjust the consistency easily with a splash of water, and let the bold flavors meld in the fridge for a truly irresistible finish. Perfect for adding a fresh, herbaceous twist to everyday dishes, this cilantro sauce is your new go-to condiment! Keywords: cilantro cream recipe, sour cream cilantro dip, quick cilantro sauce, creamy lime and cilantro topping.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 medium Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 medium Jalapeño (optional, for mild spice)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water (if needed, to adjust consistency)
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the fresh cilantro leaves. Remove any large stems for a smoother texture.
Peel and roughly chop the garlic clove for easier blending.
If using jalapeño, slice it in half, remove the seeds for less heat, and roughly chop.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, jalapeño (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed for even blending.
If the mixture is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time and blend again until the desired consistency is achieved.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or lime juice as desired.
Transfer the cilantro cream to a serving bowl or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serve chilled as a dip, drizzle, or topping. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
764 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1390 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 432 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 649 mg | 14% | |
*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.
