Cream Cheese Cilantro Dip
Elevate your appetizer game with this zesty Cream Cheese Cilantro Dip, a creamy and flavorful crowd-pleaser perfect for any occasion! Combining the smooth richness of softened cream cheese and sour cream with the vibrant, herbaceous punch of fresh cilantro, this dip is brightened by a splash of tangy lime juice and a hint of heat from jalapeño. Minced garlic and a sprinkle of ground cumin add depth, while its velvety texture pairs beautifully with crisp veggies, crunchy tortilla chips, or your favorite crackers. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, this quick and easy dip is ideal for last-minute entertaining or snacking bliss. Make this versatile and fresh-flavored cilantro dip your new go-to appetizer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves (packed)
- 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 unit garlic clove (minced)
- 0.5 unit jalapeño (seeded and chopped)
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1-2 tbsp water (optional for thinning)
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro leaves, lime juice, minced garlic, chopped jalapeño, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
If the consistency is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and blend again until you reach your desired texture.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with a few extra cilantro leaves if desired.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.8 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.1 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 309 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 1411 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 354 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.
