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Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

A zesty, creamy, and fresh blender sauce packed with cilantro and lime. Perfect for tacos, salads, or as a dip. Ready in 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 16 tablespoons
Course: Condiment, Dip, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro loosely packed, tender stems okay
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise full fat preferred
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice about 1 lime
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt to taste
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 jalapeño optional, seeded for less heat

Equipment

  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Spatula
  • Airtight Storage Jar

Method
 

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the cilantro. Roughly chop it so it fits easily into the blender.
  2. Add the cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), fresh lime juice, peeled garlic cloves, salt, and pepper to a blender or food processor.
  3. Blend on high for 45-60 seconds until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and pale green, with the cilantro and garlic fully incorporated.
  4. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice if needed.
  5. Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute the mayo and sour cream with avocado and a little olive oil. Ensure cilantro is very dry before blending to avoid a watery sauce.