Low Carb Cilantro Sauce
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and creamy Low Carb Cilantro Sauce, a zesty, health-conscious twist on traditional condiments! Featuring fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, rich avocado, and a hint of spiciness from jalapeño, this keto-friendly recipe packs bold flavors into every bite. The addition of olive oil and garlic creates a silky texture that makes this sauce perfect for drizzling over grilled proteins, tossing with salads, or serving as a dipping sauce. Ready in just 10 minutes, this effortless cilantro sauce is not only low-carb but also gluten-free, dairy-free, and loaded with healthy fats, making it an ideal choice for a variety of diets. Store it for up to five days to enjoy its refreshing taste whenever you need a flavor boost!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 medium Avocado
- 1 Jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Thoroughly wash and dry the cilantro leaves to remove any dirt or grit.
Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.
In a food processor, combine the fresh cilantro leaves, extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, peeled garlic cloves, half an avocado, seeded and chopped jalapeño pepper, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture on high speed until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. You might need to stop once or twice to scrape down the sides with a spatula to ensure everything is well incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your preference.
Once blended to your satisfaction, transfer the cilantro sauce to a bowl or jar for serving.
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days, bringing it to room temperature before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.8 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 124 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 79 mg | 2% | |
*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.
