Cilantro Lime Sauce: The Perfect Accompaniment for Any Dish
A vibrant, creamy cilantro lime sauce with a perfect balance of tangy citrus and fresh herbs. This versatile sauce pairs perfectly with tacos, grilled meats, seafood, or as a salad dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 1¼ cups 1x
- Category: Sauce/Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves (packed)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- 1–2 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except water in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lime juice or salt if needed.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add ½ jalapeño (seeds removed) or ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper.
- Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Thin with more water or lime juice to make a salad dressing.
- For dairy-free version, use all mayonnaise and omit sour cream/yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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