Cilantro Lime Dressing
Prep Time:
10 Minutes
Serves:
8 Servings
Cook Time:
0 Minutes
Author
Krystal Roberts
About the Recipe
This cilantro lime dressing is fresh, bright, and easy to customize. Keep it light and pourable, or blend in avocado or non-dairy Greek-style yogurt for a creamy finish. It works well on tacos, grain bowls, roasted vegetables, salads, and more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cilantro
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tsp agave syrup
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp sea salt, to taste
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Make It Creamy (Choose One)
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup plain unsweetened non-dairy Greek-style yogurt
- Optional Add-Ins
- 1 jalapeño, seeded (for a spicy kick)
- 2 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Zest of 1 lime
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Preparation
Step 1
In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the cilantro, garlic, lime juice, agave syrup, ground coriander, and sea salt. Pulse until everything is finely chopped.
Step 2
With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and blend until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
Step 3
To make the dressing creamy, blend in 1 ripe avocado or ½ cup plain unsweetened non-dairy Greek-style yogurt until silky smooth.
Step 4
If the dressing is too thick, blend in 1–2 tablespoons of water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Step 5
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lime juice, agave syrup, or salt as needed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; if using avocado, enjoy within 2–3 days.
