Cilantro Cream Sauce
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and creamy Cilantro Cream Sauce, a zesty blend of fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and rich sour cream with a subtle kick from garlic and optional jalapeño. This quick and easy no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect versatile condiment for tacos, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for chips. The silky texture, thanks to a mix of mayonnaise and olive oil, complements the bold herbal notes of cilantro, while the hint of citrus adds a refreshing zing. Ideal for meal prep, this sauce harmonizes beautifully after a short rest in the fridge, ensuring every bite is packed with bold, creamy flavor. Whether you’re spicing up weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering, this cilantro sauce is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (packed) fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 jalapeño (seeded for less heat, optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the cilantro thoroughly. Remove any large stems, keeping primarily the leaves and tender parts.
Peel the garlic clove and, if using, deseed the jalapeño to reduce its heat.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic, jalapeño, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Blend or pulse until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If needed, scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, lime juice, or pepper if desired.
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
815 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.3 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1405 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 192 mg | 4% | |
*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.
