Cilantro Dipping Sauce

Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and zesty Cilantro Dipping Sauce, a creamy blend of fresh cilantro, tangy Greek yogurt, and a splash of lime juice. Infused with a hint of garlic, a touch of honey for sweetness, and an optional kick of jalapeño, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 10 minutes. Perfect as a dip for veggies, a drizzle over tacos, or a flavorful dressing for salads, this versatile recipe is a must-try for cilantro lovers. Customize the consistency with a dash of water and enjoy a burst of fresh, herbaceous flavor that pairs effortlessly with your favorite dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves (loosely packed)
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large garlic clove
• 1 small jalapeño (seeded for less heat, optional)
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon water (optional, to thin)

Directions

Step 1

1. Rinse the cilantro thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.

Step 2

2. In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, garlic clove, jalapeño, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

3. Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed for an even texture.

Step 4

4. If the sauce is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time, blending in between, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 5

5. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lime juice, or honey as desired.

Step 6

6. Transfer the cilantro dipping sauce to a serving bowl and serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(280.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	517.5

Total Fat 44.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 12.2mg	0%
Sodium 1230.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.2g
Protein 13.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 185.4mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 379.7mg	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: 76.8%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 13.0%