Cilantro Cream

Elevate your meals with this vibrant and versatile Cilantro Cream, a dreamy blend of fresh cilantro, tangy sour cream, and zesty lime juice, all brought together with a hint of garlic and optional jalapeño for a kick of spice. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect quick and flavorful addition to your culinary repertoire. Use it as a creamy dip for veggies, a drizzle over tacos, or a topping for grilled meats and roasted veggies. Adjust the consistency easily with a splash of water, and let the bold flavors meld in the fridge for a truly irresistible finish. Perfect for adding a fresh, herbaceous twist to everyday dishes, this cilantro sauce is your new go-to condiment! Keywords: cilantro cream recipe, sour cream cilantro dip, quick cilantro sauce, creamy lime and cilantro topping.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup (packed) Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 medium Garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 medium Jalapeño (optional, for mild spice)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Water (if needed, to adjust consistency)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the fresh cilantro leaves. Remove any large stems for a smoother texture.

Step 2

Peel and roughly chop the garlic clove for easier blending.

Step 3

If using jalapeño, slice it in half, remove the seeds for less heat, and roughly chop.

Step 4

In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, jalapeño (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed for even blending.

Step 6

If the mixture is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time and blend again until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or lime juice as desired.

Step 8

Transfer the cilantro cream to a serving bowl or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a dip, drizzle, or topping. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(589.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	763.6

Total Fat 76.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 115mg	0%
Sodium 1390.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 11.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 431.7mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 649.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.6%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 12.1%