Cilantro Lime Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
4 (makes 1 cup)
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Course
Condiments
Cilantro Lime Dressing
Description
The Cilantro Lime Dressing features fresh cilantro and lime juice as its base, accented by garlic, maple syrup or honey for subtle sweetness, coriander, salt, and olive oil for smoothness. The ingredients are processed together for a smooth, herbaceous dressing.
The option to add avocado or Greek yogurt creates a creamy variation, offering a richer mouthfeel while maintaining the dressing's fresh citrus and herbal notes. The lime provides brightness, while the cilantro adds a distinctive fresh, grassy flavor typical of this herb.
This versatile dressing suits salads but also complements grilled or roasted vegetables, seafood, or can be used as a dip. The balance of acidity and herbs brings freshness to dishes needing a tangy accent.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cilantro fresh
- 1 garlic clove
- ¼ cup lime juice fresh
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Make it creamy (optional - choose one):
- 1 avocado
- ½ cup Greek yogurt whole milk
Instructions
- In a food processor, place the cilantro, garlic, lime juice, maple syrup, coriander, and salt and pulse to combine. With the blade running, pour in the olive oil and process until smooth.
- Make it creamy (optional) - blend with 1 avocado or ½ cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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