Cilantro Dressing
Brighten up your salads, tacos, grain bowls, and more with this vibrant, creamy Cilantro Dressing! Packed with the bold, herbaceous flavor of fresh cilantro, this dressing combines tangy lime juice, silky Greek yogurt, and a hint of sweetness from honey to create a perfectly balanced condiment. A dash of ground cumin and white wine vinegar adds a subtle depth, while extra virgin olive oil ensures a smooth, luxurious texture. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this blender-friendly recipe is as simple as it is delicious. Perfect for meal prepping, it keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, making it an easy, flavorful addition to your everyday dishes. Versatile, fresh, and utterly delightful—this cilantro dressing is sure to become your new favorite! Keywords: cilantro dressing, cilantro lime dressing, creamy dressing, easy dressing recipe, fresh herb dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup, packed fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by rinsing the fresh cilantro leaves under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. In a blender or food processor, add the packed cilantro leaves.
3. Peel the garlic clove and add it to the blender.
4. Pour in the plain Greek yogurt and extra virgin olive oil.
5. Add the lime juice and white wine vinegar for a refreshing tang.
6. Sweeten with honey and season with ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
7. Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and emulsified. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
8. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or lime juice according to your preference.
9. Once blended to a smooth consistency, pour the dressing into a serving bowl or jar with a lid.
10. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or stir before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.3 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1280 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 833 mg | 18% | |
*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.
