Cilantro and Green Chili Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
86 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Cilantro and Green Chili Dressing
Description
This dressing combines rinsed cilantro leaves and stems that are thoroughly cleaned to remove dirt, along with garlic cloves and mild diced green chilies, resulting in a flavorful and fresh condiment. Olive oil binds the mixture, while balsamic or rice wine vinegar and fresh lemon juice provide brightness and mild acidity.
The method involves blending all ingredients together until smooth. The use of both leaves and stems of cilantro adds depth to the herbaceous quality of the dressing. The dressing’s consistency can be adjusted by adding more olive oil to thin it out as preferred.
The fresh flavors and moderate heat from the green chilies make this dressing suitable for salads, grilled proteins, or as a marinade. Using a blender for smaller batches helps achieve a smooth texture, and pre-cutting ingredients eases the blending process when not using a high-powered appliance.
Proper washing and draining of cilantro prevent excess water from diluting the flavor or making the dressing watery. Both the leaves and stems contribute significantly to the final taste, so thorough cleaning is essential for quality.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cilantro leaves and stems, rinsed
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar or rice wine vinegar
- lemon juice of 1
- 1 can green chili 4-ounce can, mild, diced
- ¼ teaspoon of sea salt
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend together to fully combined.
Notes
- Wash cilantro leaves and stems thoroughly, wiping stems with a damp paper towel to remove dirt.
- Drain cilantro well after washing to avoid watery dressing.
- Add olive oil gradually to reach desired dressing thickness.
- Cut garlic, cilantro, and chilies into smaller pieces to ease blending if not using a high-powered blender.
- Use a blender instead of a food processor for smaller batches for better texture and mixing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 86 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 86kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 398mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 29mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 270IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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