Cilantro Dressing for Salads

Brighten up your salads with this zesty and irresistible Cilantro Dressing, a perfect blend of fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and a hint of sweetness from honey. This quick and easy dressing comes together in just 10 minutes, delivering bold, vibrant flavors that elevate any dish. Customize the texture to your liking with silky Greek yogurt for added creaminess, or keep it light with a simple water adjustment. Perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, doubling as a dip, or complementing grilled proteins, this versatile homemade dressing will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Plus, with no cooking required, it’s an effortless way to add a burst of flavor to your meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup (packed) Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cilantro thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Roughly chop the leaves and stems.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, garlic cloves, honey, Greek yogurt (if using), salt, pepper, and water.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more lime juice for tanginess, honey for sweetness, or a small pinch of salt if preferred.

Step 6

If the dressing is too thick, add an extra tablespoon of water and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 7

Pour the cilantro dressing into a jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use. Shake well before serving.

Step 8

Drizzle over your favorite salad, use as a dip, or serve as a dressing for grilled proteins or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(259.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	601.7

Total Fat 56.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Sodium 1203.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 3.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62.3mg	0%
Iron 1.0mg	0%
Potassium 259.0mg	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: 79.6%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 18.3%