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Cilantro Lime Sauce

A creamy, tangy sauce bursting with fresh lime, cilantro, and a hint of jalapeno heat—perfect for drizzling over tacos, salads, or grilled meats.

Mexican vegetarian weeknight no-cook
Prep 10 min
Total 10 min
Servings 4
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Ingredients

  • 1
    lime , juiced and zested (3 tablespoons juice + 1/2 teaspoon zest)
  • 1.5 clove
    garlic , minced, to desired preference
  • 0.5 bunch
    cilantro
  • 0.5
    jalapeno , seeded (use a full jalapeno for a spicier sauce)
  • 0.5 cup
    mayonnaise , regular full fat
  • 0.5 cup
    sour cream , fat-free or regular
  • salt , to taste
  • black pepper , to taste
  • olive oil cooking spray , as needed (optional)

Instructions

6 steps
  1. 1

    Zest and juice the lime to get about 3 tablespoons juice and 1/2 teaspoon zest.

  2. 2

    Add the lime juice and zest to a powerful blender or mini food processor.

  3. 3

    Add the minced garlic, cilantro, half of the seeded jalapeno, and mayo to the blender.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Blend or pulse the mixture until smooth.

  6. 6

    Add the sour cream and pulse once more to combine.

Refine

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