Mexican Cilantro Sauce

Name: Mexican Cilantro Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 32 servings
Ingredients: 1 large bunch cilantro; 1 medium-size jalapeno; 2 medium green onions; ⅓ cup neutral-flavored oil; ¼ cup fresh lime juice; 1 medium clove fresh garlic; 1 teaspoon honey; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

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Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings
32 servings
Calories
22 kcal
Course
Condiments
Cuisine
American, Mexican

Mexican Cilantro Sauce

Brielle Kelley

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This Mexican Cilantro Sauce is the perfect way to add a little gourmet deliciousness to any Mexican entry! This vibrant fresh sauce is also fabulous drizzled on chili, eggs, soup and makes a great dipping sauce for wraps, sandwiches, tortilla chips...

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Ingredients

Servings

1 large bunch cilantro 4-4½ ounces (stems and leaves)
1 medium-size jalapeno around 1 ounce, seeds removed and reserved
2 medium green onions scallions, roots removed, cut into 4 pieces each
⅓ cup neutral-flavored oil ie. - canola, sunflower, safflower, avocado, grape -seed or vegetable
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 medium clove fresh garlic
1 teaspoon honey
¼ teaspoon kosher salt maybe more

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Instructions

Roughly chop the cilantro into approximately 2-3-inch lengths.
Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Blend until nice and smooth. Taste and a bit more salt, if needed.
Store in the refrigerator for 4-5 days in an airtight container. This sauce can also be frozen for 1-2 months in an airtight container. Thaw and shake well before using.

Notes

See Café Tips above in the post for more detailed instructions and tips to ensure success.
Recipe makes about a cup of sauce.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 22kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 1g Sodium 18mg (1%) Potassium 6mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 17IU (0%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 1mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 32servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 22 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	22kcal	1%
Carbohydrates	1g	0%
Protein	1g	2%
Fat	2g	3%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	1g	5%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Sodium	18mg	1%
Potassium	6mg	0%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	17IU	0%
Vitamin C	1mg	1%
Calcium	1mg	0%
Iron	1mg	6%