Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe
Creamy cilantro lime sauce made with fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and a simple creamy base. Ready in 5 minutes and perfect for tacos, chicken, salmon, potatoes, and dipping.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro packed
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp lime juice Squeezed juice of one lime
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 tablespoon water more as needed
- 1/2 jalapeno optional
- 1/2 teaspoon honey optional
Instructions
- Rinse the cilantro under cold water and shake off excess moisture.
- Add sour cream (or Greek yogurt), mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic, salt, and water to a blender.
- Add the cilantro (leaves and tender stems) and jalapeño if using.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides once if needed.
- Adjust with more lime juice, salt, or a splash of water until it reaches your preferred consistency.
- Serve right away or chill for 10–15 minutes for best flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for best flavor
- Add a splash of water if the sauce is too thick
- Start with half jalapeño and adjust to taste
- Store in the fridge up to 4 days and stir before serving
Nutrition
Serving: 2TablespoonsCalories: 81kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 196mgPotassium: 42mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 241IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.1mg
Nutrition Disclaimer Nutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used.
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