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Creamy Cilantro Garlic Sauce

Creamy Cilantro Garlic Sauce: Elevate Every Bite with Ease

This creamy cilantro garlic sauce elevates dishes with fresh flavors and easy preparation, making it a versatile companion for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves Packed; parsley or basil can be used as substitutes.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; adjust for desired strength.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Can be substituted with sour cream for a richer taste.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Use more yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed lime is best for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Adds warmth to the flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust for personal spice tolerance.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Water Adjust to achieve the desired consistency.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • food processor

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of packed fresh cilantro leaves and 3 minced garlic cloves. Follow this by including ½ cup of Greek yogurt and ¼ cup of mayonnaise. Squeeze in 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, then sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, along with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
  2. Transfer the combined ingredients into a food processor or blender. Pulse until the mixture is completely smooth, which should take about 30-45 seconds.
  3. Once blended, taste the creamy cilantro garlic sauce and adjust any seasonings as desired.
  4. Carefully transfer the finished sauce into a serving dish or an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the sauce chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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