Creamy Cilantro Sauce Recipe
As spring transforms into summer, I can’t help but crave vibrant, fresh flavors. One of my personal favorites is a creamy cilantro sauce that perfectly complements a bevy of summertime dishes
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 64 kcal
- 1/2 cup tangy sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 2 peeled garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
- 2 tablespoons cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1 cup firmly packed fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
Before diving in, assemble all your ingredients. Having everything in front of you sets the stage for a smooth preparation phase. Fresh cilantro? Check! Limes, garlic, all that good stuff ready to rock.
Step 2: Prepare the Cilantro
Step 3: Blend the Base
In a blender or food processor, combine the sour cream, Greek yogurt, and cold-pressed olive oil. Let the blender whir for about 10 seconds until it's creamy. If you have a powerful blender, I suggest blending the ingredients first to avoid leafy bits later.
Step 4: Add Fresh Flavors
Add in the fresh cilantro leaves, chives, garlic cloves, lime zest, lime juice, honey, ground cumin, and jalapeño. Here comes the fun part! Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping the sides down if necessary. It should become a vibrant green color that screams freshness!
Step 5: Season to Perfection
Step 6: Chill Before Serving
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh cilantro for the best flavor. Dried cilantro just doesn’t cut it here.
- Tweak the Heat: If you prefer the sauce milder, remove all the seeds and membranes from the jalapeño.
- Add Some Kick: For an extra hit of heat, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Food Processor Option: If you don’t have a blender, a food processor works just as well.
- Leftover Sauce: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container, and it’ll stay fresh for about three days.
Serving: 35gCalories: 64kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 5.3gSaturated Fat: 1.6gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 146mgSugar: 1g
Keyword Creamy Cilantro Sauce Recipe