Vegan Cilantro Sauce
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and creamy Vegan Cilantro Sauce, a perfect fusion of fresh herbs, zesty lime, and bold flavors. Packed with nutrient-rich cilantro, tangy lime juice, and a touch of jalapeño heat, this dairy-free recipe achieves its luscious texture using unsweetened almond milk and extra virgin olive oil. Nutritional yeast adds a savory kick, while agave syrup balances the flavors with subtle sweetness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce shines as a topping for tacos, salads, and grain bowls, or as a dip for veggies and chips. Refrigerate it for a flavor-packed addition that will elevate any dish effortlessly. SEO keywords: vegan cilantro sauce, dairy-free dip, plant-based recipes, gluten-free sauce, homemade dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 1 whole jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon agave syrup
Instructions
Roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves and set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, lime juice, almond milk, and olive oil.
Add the garlic cloves and the chopped jalapeño pepper to the blender.
Sprinkle in the nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and agave syrup.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as necessary to ensure even consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice if desired for extra flavor.
Transfer the sauce to a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the vegan cilantro sauce drizzled over your favorite dishes or as a delightful dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.6 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1452 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 660 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1606 mg | 34% | |
*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.
