Nut-Free Cilantro Dressing
Brighten up your dishes with this zesty and creamy Nut-Free Cilantro Dressing, a quick and wholesome recipe perfect for salads, marinades, or dipping sauces. Bursting with the aromatic freshness of cilantro and tangy lime juice, this dressing features a smooth base of Greek yogurt and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. With no nuts in sight, it’s allergy-friendly and made in just 10 minutes using simple ingredients, including a hint of cumin for earthy depth and garlic for bold flavor. Blend everything to velvety perfection, and you’ll have a versatile, nutrient-packed dressing that’s as delightful on grilled vegetables as it is drizzled over tacos. Perfect for meal prep and entirely customizable to your desired consistency, this cilantro-packed dressing brings vibrant flavors to any dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 small garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon water
Directions
Step 1
Begin by washing and drying the cilantro leaves thoroughly. Remove any tough stems for best flavor.
Step 2
In a food processor or blender, combine the cilantro leaves, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime juice, honey, and cumin powder.
Step 3
Peel and roughly chop the garlic clove. Add it to the blender.
Step 4
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.
Step 5
Pulse for a few seconds to start combining the ingredients, then blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
Step 6
Check the consistency. If you prefer a thinner dressing, add 1 tablespoon of water and blend again. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (494.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 677.5 |
| Total Fat 61.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 12.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 689.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.1g | |
| Protein 15.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 273.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 785.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories