Creamy Cilantro Sunflower Seed Dressing

Name: Creamy Cilantro Sunflower Seed Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 (2-Tbsp servings)
Ingredients: 1/4 cup raw unsalted sunflower seeds; 3 Tbsp lemon juice; 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves; 2 small cloves garlic; 1/4 tsp sea salt; 1/3 cup water; mixed greens; Sliced veggies; Rinsed and drained black beans

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Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings
4 (2-Tbsp servings)
Calories
56 kcal
Course
Condiments
Cuisine
International

Creamy Cilantro Sunflower Seed Dressing

Valerie Marks

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Easy, creamy sunflower seed dressing with fresh lemon, garlic, and cilantro. Gluten-free, plant-based, and perfect for salads and bowls. Just 5 ingredients, 1 blender, and 10 minutes required!

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Ingredients

Servings

DRESSING

1/4 cup raw unsalted sunflower seeds
3 Tbsp lemon juice (~1 large lemon)
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves (or sub another soft herb such as basil, parsley, or dill)
2 small cloves garlic (1 small clove = 4 g)
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/3 cup water

FOR SERVING optional

mixed greens
Sliced veggies (cucumber, red bell pepper, radish, etc.)
Rinsed and drained black beans

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Instructions

A small blender works best for making this recipe as written. If using a large, upright blender, triple the batch. If you have a powerful blender, there’s no need to soak the sunflower seeds and you can proceed to the next step. If you do not have a powerful blender, soak sunflower seeds in hot water for at least 30 minutes, then drain.
To a small blender, add all ingredients (sunflower seeds, lemon juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, and water). Blend on high until creamy and smooth.
Taste and adjust as needed, adding more lemon juice for acidity, garlic for zing, fresh cilantro for herby flavor, sea salt to taste, or water to thin (keeping in mind it will dilute the flavor and the dressing will thicken once in the refrigerator).
We like serving on a simple side salad of mixed greens and sliced veggies. Black beans can be added for protein and fiber. Or serve over grain and veggie bowls!
Leftover dressing will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Not freezer friendly.

Notes

*Recipe as written makes ~1/2 cup (120 ml) dressing. *Prep time does not include soaking sunflower seeds (which is optional). *Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without optional ingredients.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1two-tablespoon serving Calories 56 (3%) Carbohydrates 3.1g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 4.5g (7%) Saturated Fat 0.4g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 1.6g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 148mg (6%) Potassium 74mg (2%) Fiber 0.9g (4%) Sugar 0.5g (1%) Vitamin A 90IU (2%) Vitamin C 5.4mg (6%) Calcium 11.4mg (1%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4(2-Tbsp servings)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 56 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1two-tablespoon serving
Calories	56	3%
Carbohydrates	3.1g	1%
Protein	2g	4%
Fat	4.5g	7%
Saturated Fat	0.4g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2g	12%
Monounsaturated Fat	1.6g	8%
Trans Fat	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	148mg	6%
Potassium	74mg	2%
Fiber	0.9g	4%
Sugar	0.5g	1%
Vitamin A	90IU	2%
Vitamin C	5.4mg	6%
Calcium	11.4mg	1%
Iron	0.5mg	3%