Creamy Cilantro Salad Dressing
Transform your salads with this tangy, herbaceous Creamy Cilantro Salad Dressing, a versatile homemade condiment bursting with fresh flavors. Featuring vibrant cilantro blended with creamy Greek yogurt, zesty lime juice, and a hint of honey, this quick recipe is ready in just five minutes and customizable to your preferred thickness. A touch of olive oil and mayonnaise adds a luscious texture, while minced garlic and ground black pepper provide a savory kick. Perfect as a salad topper, dip, or sauce for grilled meats and veggies, this easy-to-make dressing is a healthy, flavor-packed alternative to store-bought options. Make it ahead, and let the fresh, bold tastes elevate your meals all week long! Keywords: creamy cilantro salad dressing, homemade dressing recipe, Greek yogurt dressing, healthy salad dressing, easy salad dressing recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup, packed Fresh cilantro leaves and stems
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or low-fat)
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the fresh cilantro. Remove any tough stems, but keep the tender stems, as they add flavor.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides with a spatula as needed to ensure everything is well-incorporated.
If the dressing is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if necessary.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, though it can be served immediately if needed.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or stir before using as ingredients may separate over time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.5 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1476 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.9 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1476 mg | 31% | |
*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.
