Yogurt Cilantro Sauce for Fish
Brighten up your seafood dishes with this refreshingly creamy Yogurt Cilantro Sauce for Fish, a quick and flavorful topping that’s perfect for grilled, baked, or pan-seared fillets. Made with protein-packed Greek yogurt, aromatic fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and a hint of garlic, this tangy sauce strikes the perfect balance of creamy and herbaceous. A touch of ground cumin and a drizzle of olive oil elevate its savory depth, while its light and healthy base keeps it guilt-free. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile condiment is ideal for enhancing the natural flavors of fish or doubling as a vibrant dipping sauce. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or meal-prepping for the week, this yogurt cilantro sauce is a simple yet gourmet addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Add the plain Greek yogurt to a mixing bowl or a food processor.
Rinse the fresh cilantro leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat dry. Roughly chop and add them to the bowl or food processor.
Peel the garlic clove and either grate it finely using a microplane or add it whole if using a food processor.
Squeeze the juice from one lime to measure approximately 2 tablespoons and pour it into the mixture.
Drizzle in the olive oil, then add the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
If using a food processor, blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. If mixing by hand, stir vigorously until all the ingredients are well combined.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as desired. You can add more lime juice or salt according to your preference.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or an airtight container if prepping ahead. Chill for at least 10 minutes in the refrigerator before serving to let the flavors meld.
Serve alongside grilled, baked, or pan-seared fish, or use it as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 704 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 725 mg | 15% | |
*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.
