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5-Minute Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

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You need this **easy cilantro lime sauce recipe** for your next meal. This zesty and creamy dip brings the perfect bright flavor to tacos, grilled chicken, or vegetables. We show you exactly how to get that rich, fresh taste in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream/vegan mayonnaise for variation)
  • 1/4 cup water (or more, for thinning)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients. You will need a blender or food processor for this quick recipe.
  2. Place the fresh cilantro, Greek yogurt (or chosen creamy base), water, lime juice, garlic, salt, and cumin into the blender jar.
  3. Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the sauce is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula if necessary to incorporate all ingredients.
  4. Taste the sauce. Add more salt or lime juice if you desire a stronger flavor profile. If the sauce is too thick for drizzling, add water one teaspoon at a time until you reach your preferred consistency.
  5. Transfer the **cilantro lime crema recipe** to a serving container. You can serve it immediately, but chilling it for 15 minutes allows the flavors to meld further.
  6. Use this **quick Mexican sauce** as a topping for tacos, a dressing for salads, or a dip for grilled shrimp or chicken.

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add one seeded jalapeño to the blender with the other ingredients.
  • If you want a **vegan cilantro lime sauce**, substitute the Greek yogurt with an equal amount of plain, unsweetened vegan mayonnaise or vegan sour cream.
  • This sauce is excellent as a **lime dressing for tacos** or as a **cilantro lime dip**.

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Find it online: https://cookingbyfelix.com/cilantro-lime-sauce-recipe/