Gluten-Free Cilantro Dressing

Brighten up your meals with this quick and easy Gluten-Free Cilantro Dressing, a zesty blend of fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and aromatic garlic that will elevate any dish. This wholesome recipe is made with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey, marrying bold flavors with natural sweetness. With just a 10-minute prep time, this dressing is not only gluten-free but also versatile—use it as a vibrant salad dressing, a marinade for your favorite proteins, or a dipping sauce that packs a punch. Plus, its creamy, herbaceous texture makes it a delight to drizzle over tacos, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. Easy to store and full of fresh, citrusy goodness, this cilantro dressing is the perfect way to add a healthy, homemade flair to your dishes all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cilantro thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Shake off excess water and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and place them in a blender or food processor.

Step 3

Add extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, peeled garlic cloves, honey, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and water to the blender or food processor.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your taste preferences.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or a jar with a lid.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Step 8

Serve as a dressing for salads, a marinade for proteins, or as a delicious dipping sauce. Store any leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(499.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1088.5

Total Fat 115.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1242.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 3.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 153.1mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 700.1mg	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: 88.8%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 9.8%