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Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing

Cultural Context

Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing has its roots in Mexican cuisine, where fresh herbs and zesty flavors are celebrated. This dressing is often used to enhance salads, tacos, and grilled meats, embodying the vibrant flavors of the region. Its creamy texture and bright taste have made it popular in various culinary traditions, inspiring numerous adaptations around the world.

MexicanMXother
10 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
1 cup cilantro leaves
1 jalapeno
1 clove garlic
freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 avocado (optional)
low-fat mayonnaise
avocado oil
kosher salt
black pepper

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Avocado adds healthy fats and a unique flavor.

1

Roughly chop 1 cup of cilantro leaves and add to the food processor.

2

Remove the stem from the jalapeno, cut it lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds for less heat, then roughly chop and add to the food processor.

3

Roughly chop 1 clove of garlic and add to the food processor.

4

Squeeze in the juice of fresh limes.

5

Add just under a teaspoon of kosher salt and black pepper.

6

Add low-fat mayonnaise and avocado oil to the food processor.

7

Blend until the cilantro leaves are small and the dressing is well mixed.

Cooking Techniques

blending

Equipment Needed

food processorcutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Local Name: aderezo cremoso de cilantro y limón

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