Cilantro Lime Dressing
Fresh, zesty, and creamy cilantro lime dressing made with real lime juice, cilantro, yogurt (or sour cream), garlic, and olive oil. Perfect for salads, tacos, grain bowls, and as a quick marinade—naturally gluten-free and easy to make vegan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, lightly packed
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped (optional, for heat)
- 1/2 ripe avocado (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Add cilantro, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, garlic, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until mostly smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- With the blender running on low, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning—add more lime for tang, a pinch of salt for balance, or blend in jalapeño for heat and avocado for extra creaminess if desired.
- Transfer to a jar, cover, and chill until ready to serve. Shake or stir before using.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 100mgSugar: 2g
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