Description
This Simple Creamy Cilantro and Garlic Sauce is a vibrant blend of fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and a hint of heat from jalapeños. The creamy texture envelops your palate, while the garlic adds a savory depth, making it an irresistible addition to any dish.
Ingredients
- Fresh Cilantro: 1 cup, chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Fresh Jalapeños: 1-2, seeded and chopped (adjust for heat)
- Greek Yogurt: 1 cup
- Lime Juice: 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and chopped jalapeños.
- Add the Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the processor.
- Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 30-45 seconds.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice as desired.
- Transfer the sauce to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of jalapeños based on your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 120 milligrams
- Fat: 3 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 4 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
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