Cilantro Dipping Sauce
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and zesty Cilantro Dipping Sauce, a creamy blend of fresh cilantro, tangy Greek yogurt, and a splash of lime juice. Infused with a hint of garlic, a touch of honey for sweetness, and an optional kick of jalapeño, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 10 minutes. Perfect as a dip for veggies, a drizzle over tacos, or a flavorful dressing for salads, this versatile recipe is a must-try for cilantro lovers. Customize the consistency with a dash of water and enjoy a burst of fresh, herbaceous flavor that pairs effortlessly with your favorite dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves (loosely packed)
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 small jalapeño (seeded for less heat, optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon water (optional, to thin)
Instructions
1. Rinse the cilantro thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, garlic clove, jalapeño, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
3. Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed for an even texture.
4. If the sauce is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time, blending in between, until the desired consistency is reached.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lime juice, or honey as desired.
6. Transfer the cilantro dipping sauce to a serving bowl and serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1231 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 380 mg | 8% | |
*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.
